Cryptic crossword clue
A desire to be with you 5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word ALONG

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The straight part
We know that "with you" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case with you = along.
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 ALONG mean?

ALONG adverb
  1. In company; together.
  2. Onward, forward, with progressive action.
ALONG preposition
  1. By the length of; in a line with the length of; lengthwise next to.
  2. In a line with, with a progressive motion on; onward on; forward on.

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