Cryptic crossword clue
Robot needing energy for day without using liquid 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "without using liquid" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case without using liquid = aneroid.
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 ANEROID mean?

ANEROID noun
  1. An aneroid barometer
ANEROID adjective
  1. Not using or containing fluid

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