Cryptic crossword clue
Argentinian footballer said to be dirty 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "dirty" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case dirty = messy.
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 MESSY mean?

MESSY adjective
  1. (of a place, situation, person, etc) In a disorderly state; chaotic; disorderly.
  2. (of a person) Prone to causing mess.
  3. (of a situation) Difficult or unpleasant to deal with.

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