Cryptic crossword clue
Toff, defenceless clerk, becomes more kind 7

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "more kind" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case more kind = gentler.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does GENTLER mean?

GENTLER adjective
  1. Tender and amiable; of a considerate or kindly disposition.
  2. Soft and mild rather than hard or severe.
  3. Docile and easily managed.
  4. Gradual rather than steep or sudden.
  5. Polite and respectful rather than rude.
  6. Well-born; of a good family or respectable birth, though not noble.

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