Cryptic crossword clue
Ray washes trousers and pants 7

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

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

BREATHS noun
  1. The act or process of breathing.
  2. A single act of breathing in or out; a breathing of air.
  3. Air expelled from the lungs.
  4. A rest or pause.
  5. A small amount of something, such as wind, or common sense.
  6. Fragrance; exhalation; odor; perfume.
  7. Gentle exercise, causing a quicker respiration.

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