Cryptic crossword clue
Problem of heavy drinker with half pint instead of eight 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Problem" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case problem = puzzler.
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 PUZZLER mean?

PUZZLER noun
  1. A puzzling situation or problem; an enigma.
  2. A video game in which the player is presented with (usually abstract) puzzles to solve.
  3. One who solves puzzles as a hobby.

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