Cryptic crossword clue
Rampaging bear is caught and put down 7

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

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What does ASCRIBE mean?

ASCRIBE verb
  1. To attribute a cause or characteristic to someone or something.
  2. To attribute a book, painting or any work of art or literature to a writer or creator.
  3. (with to) To believe in or agree with; subscribe.

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