The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 2 plus 5 letter word NO HOPER
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The straight part
We know that "looks like a loser" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case looks like a loser = no hoper.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 NO HOPER mean?
NO HOPER noun- Someone or something that has no hope of success.