Cryptic crossword clue
Takes in various gents — is offering accommodation 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Takes in" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case takes in = ingests.
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 INGESTS mean?

INGESTS verb
  1. To take a substance (e.g. food) into the body of an organism, especially through the mouth and into the gastrointestinal tract.
  2. To bring or import into a system.

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