Cryptic crossword clue
They conduct examinations of graduates, tersely 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "They conduct examinations" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case they conduct examinations = testers.
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 TESTERS mean?

TESTERS noun
  1. A canopy over a bed.
  2. Something that overhangs something else; especially a canopy or soundboard over a pulpit.
TESTERS noun
  1. A person who administers a test.
  2. A device used for testing.
  3. A punishment of 25 lashes (strokes of a whip) across a person′s back.
  4. A sample of perfume available in a shop for customers to try before they buy.
  5. A cyclist who focuses on success in time trials.
TESTERS noun
  1. An old French silver coin.
  2. A sixpence.

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