Cryptic crossword clue
Scams first to be made up 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "to be made up" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case to be made up = consist.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does CONSIST mean?

CONSIST verb
  1. To be.
  2. To exist.
  3. (with in) To be comprised or contained.
  4. (with of) To be composed, formed, or made up (of).
CONSIST noun
  1. A lineup or sequence of railroad carriages or cars, with or without a locomotive, that form a unit.

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