Cryptic crossword clue
Bear first sign of tailspin 5

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

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Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "Bear" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case bear = teddy.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does TEDDY mean?

TEDDY noun
  1. By extension, any stuffed toy.
  2. A type of all-in-one piece of women's underwear.
TEDDY noun
  1. A plush toy in the shape of a bear.
  2. A lovable, endearing, large, strong, hairy, or sweet man

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