Cryptic crossword clue
A single medic enters close to parched 4-3

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word BONE-DRY

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The straight part
We know that "parched" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case parched = bone-dry.
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 BONE-DRY mean?

BONE-DRY adjective
  1. Totally dry; without moisture.

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