Cryptic crossword clue
Raise the heat level — oxygen, quick! 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "quick" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case quick = uptempo.
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 UPTEMPO mean?

UPTEMPO adjective
  1. Having a fast tempo.
  2. Having an aggressive pace.
UPTEMPO adverb
  1. With a fast tempo.
  2. With an aggressive pace.

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