Cryptic crossword clue
Set fire to bananas, dieting 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Set fire to" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case set fire to = ignites.
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 IGNITES mean?

IGNITES verb
  1. To set fire to (something), to light (something)
  2. To spark off (something), to trigger
  3. To commence burning.
  4. To subject to the action of intense heat; to heat strongly; often said of incombustible or infusible substances.

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