Cryptic crossword clue
Once more assesses setters in need of editing

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word RETESTS

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The straight part
We know that "Once more assesses" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case once more assesses = retests.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does RETESTS mean?

RETESTS noun
  1. A repeat test.
RETESTS verb
  1. To test again.

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