What does the cryptic crossword clue "Touching answer wins time (7)" mean?

The definition is "Touching". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (synonym of "answer") + GAINS (synonym of "wins") + T (synonym of "time"); definition: "Touching" The answer is AGAINST.

Touching answer wins time (7)

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