Cryptic crossword clue
Pain sandwiches the French ripping to shreds 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "ripping to shreds" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case ripping to shreds = slating.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does SLATING mean?

SLATING verb
  1. To cover with slate.
  2. To criticise harshly.
  3. To schedule.
  4. To anticipate or strongly expect.
  5. To set a dog upon (a person).
SLATING noun
  1. Slates collectively.
  2. Material for slating.
  3. A harsh criticism.

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