Cryptic crossword clue
Swoops on pimps outside community centre 7

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

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What does POUNCES mean?

POUNCES verb
  1. To sprinkle or rub with pounce powder.
POUNCES verb
  1. To leap into the air intending to seize someone or something.
  2. To attack suddenly by leaping.
  3. To eagerly seize an opportunity.
  4. To strike or seize with the talons; to pierce, as with the talons.
  5. To stamp holes in; to perforate.

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