Cryptic crossword clue
Smiles as stupid request almost succeeded 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Smiles" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case smiles = dimples.
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 DIMPLES mean?

DIMPLES noun
  1. A small depression or indentation in a surface.
  2. Specifically, a small natural depression on the skin, especially on the face near the corners of the mouth.
DIMPLES verb
  1. To create a dimple in.
  2. To create a dimple in one's face by smiling.
  3. To form dimples; to sink into depressions or little inequalities.

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