Cryptic crossword clue
A1 partially closed? Proceed round outer parts of capital 3,5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 plus 5 letter word TOP CLASS

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The straight part
We know that "A1" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case a1 = top class.
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 TOP CLASS mean?

TOP CLASS adjective
  1. Of the highest quality.

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