Cryptic crossword clue
Two thousand in company stop and salute 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "salute" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case salute = commend.
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 COMMEND mean?

COMMEND noun
  1. Commendation; praise.
  2. (in the plural) Compliments; greetings.
COMMEND verb
  1. To congratulate or reward.
  2. To praise or acclaim.
  3. To entrust or commit to the care of someone else.
  4. To mention by way of courtesy, implying remembrance and goodwill.
  5. To recommend.
  6. To adorn; to set off.

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