Cryptic crossword clue
Sour as cards thrown out got in 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Sour" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sour = acetous.
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 ACETOUS mean?

ACETOUS adjective
  1. Having a sour taste; sour; acid.
  2. Causing, or connected with, acetification

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