The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word LOWDOWN
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More clues leading to the result LOWDOWN
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The straight part
We know that "Wretched/dope" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case wretched/dope = lowdown.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 LOWDOWN mean?
LOWDOWN noun- The story or truth.
- Unfair; shameful.