The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 plus 1 letter word AROUSE} –
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does AROUSE} – mean?
AROUSE} – verb- To stimulate feelings.
- To sexually stimulate.
- To wake from sleep or stupor.