Cryptic crossword clue
Was hiding in this place, however 7

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

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

WHEREAS noun
  1. A clause, as in legal documents, stating whereas.
WHEREAS adverb
  1. Where (that).
WHEREAS conjunction
  1. In contrast; whilst on the contrary; although.
  2. It being the fact that; inasmuch as. (Often used in recitals)

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