Cryptic crossword clue
A way to turn back time that makes me angry 4

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

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The straight part
We know that "that makes me angry" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case that makes me angry = drat!.
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 DRAT! mean?

DRAT! verb
  1. To damn or curse.
DRAT! interjection
  1. Expressing anger, annoyance or frustration.

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