Cryptic crossword clue
Removes jam from one in French footwear 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Removes jam from" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case removes jam from = unclogs.
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 UNCLOGS mean?

UNCLOGS verb
  1. To remove a blockage from.
  2. To have a blockage removed.

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