Cryptic crossword clue
Welcomed in, strove to keep close to host 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Welcomed" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case welcomed = invited.
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 INVITED mean?

INVITED verb
  1. To ask for the presence or participation of someone or something.
  2. To request formally.
  3. To encourage.
  4. To allure; to draw to; to tempt to come; to induce by pleasure or hope; to attract.
INVITED adjective
  1. Having been asked to attend.
  2. Having an invitation.

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