Cryptic crossword clue
Withdraws from these general retreats 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Withdraws" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case withdraws = reneges.
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 RENEGES mean?

RENEGES verb
  1. To break a promise or commitment; to go back on one's word.
  2. In a card game, to break one's commitment to follow suit when capable.
  3. To deny; to renounce

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