Cryptic crossword clue
Put off foreign one wearing old hat 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Put off" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case put off = daunted.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does DAUNTED mean?

DAUNTED verb
  1. To discourage, intimidate.
  2. To overwhelm.
DAUNTED adjective
  1. (Normally with a copular verb). Mildly afraid or worried by some upcoming situation.

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