Cryptic crossword clue
Thomas, in retreat during action, gets lowered status 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "lowered status" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case lowered status = demoted.
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 DEMOTED mean?

DEMOTED verb
  1. To lower the rank or status of.
  2. To relegate.

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