Cryptic crossword clue
Progressive splitting outside in-patient lavatory? 7-7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 15 letter word FORWARD-LOOKING

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The straight part
We know that "progressive" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case progressive = forward-looking.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does FORWARD-LOOKING mean?

FORWARD-LOOKING adjective
  1. Having an interest in the future, and planning for it

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