The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word STOTS
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The straight part
We know that "Beats/stupid people" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case beats/stupid people = stots.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 STOTS mean?
STOTS verb- To bounce, rebound or ricochet.
- To make bounce, rebound or ricochet.
- To stumble.
- (of quadrupeds) To leap using all four legs at once.
- To strike, push, shove.