Cryptic crossword clue
Somewhat better renewal of earth 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "of earth" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case of earth = terrene.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does TERRENE mean?

TERRENE noun
  1. The Earth's surface; the earth; the ground.
TERRENE adjective
  1. Pertaining to the earth; earthly, terrestrial, worldly, as opposed to heavenly, marine.
TERRENE noun
  1. A broad, deep serving dish used for serving soup or stew.

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