Cryptic crossword clue
Part of breathing apparatus to display intact, reportedly 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Part of breathing apparatus" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case part of breathing apparatus = airhole.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does AIRHOLE mean?

AIRHOLE noun
  1. A hole provided for ventilation or breathing.
  2. A hole in ice through which air escapes.
  3. An air pocket.

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