Cryptic crossword clue
Unfortunately, Eliot is most unctuous 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "most unctuous" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case most unctuous = oiliest.
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 OILIEST mean?

OILIEST adjective
  1. Relating to or resembling oil.
  2. Covered with or containing oil.
  3. Excessively friendly or polite but insincere.

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