Cryptic crossword clue
The old man on intermission 7

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

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

PAUSING verb
  1. To take a temporary rest, take a break for a short period after an effort.
  2. To interrupt an activity and wait.
  3. To hesitate; to hold back; to delay.
  4. To halt the play or playback of, temporarily, so that it can be resumed from the same point.
  5. To consider; to reflect.
PAUSING noun
  1. A pause.

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