Cryptic crossword clue
Outspoken English forward is upset 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "is upset/is upset" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case is upset/is upset = grieves.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does GRIEVES mean?

GRIEVES verb
  1. To cause sorrow or distress to.
  2. To feel very sad about; to mourn; to sorrow for.
  3. To experience grief.
  4. To harm.
  5. To submit or file a grievance (about).
GRIEVES noun
  1. A governor of a town or province.
  2. A manager or steward, e.g. of a farm.

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