That which is left, remainder (7)

I believe the answer is:

residue

(Other definitions for residue that I've seen before include "What is left over, remainder (7)" , "Something remaining" , "Stuff left over" , "What is left, maybe dregs" , "Leftovers" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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