Cryptic crossword clue
Removed clip and middle of mouth brace after detaching front 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Removed clip" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case removed clip = outtake.
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 OUTTAKE mean?

OUTTAKE noun
  1. A portion of a recording (a take) that is not included in the final version of a film or a musical album, often because it contains a mistake.
  2. A complete version of a recording or film that is dropped in favour of another version, reject.
  3. An opening for outward discharge; a vent.
OUTTAKE verb
  1. To take out, remove.
  2. To except.
OUTTAKE preposition
  1. Except; besides.

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