Cryptic crossword clue
Was a busybody finished with an award for eavesdroppers? 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Was a busybody" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case was a busybody = meddled.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does MEDDLED mean?

MEDDLED verb
  1. To interfere in or with; to concern oneself with unduly.
  2. To interest or engage oneself; to have to do (with), in a good sense.
  3. To mix (something) with some other substance; to commingle, combine, blend.
  4. To have sex.

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