The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word DIETING
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The straight part
We know that "Trying to get round figure reduced?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case trying to get round figure reduced? = dieting.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 DIETING mean?
DIETING verb- To regulate the food of (someone); to put on a diet.
- To modify one's food and beverage intake so as to decrease or increase body weight or influence health.
- To eat; to take one's meals.
- To cause to take food; to feed.
- The act of following a diet.