Cryptic crossword clue
Bent half of a German sausage 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Bent" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case bent = knack.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does KNACK mean?

KNACK noun
  1. A readiness in performance; aptness at doing something.
  2. A petty contrivance; a toy.
  3. Something performed, or to be done, requiring aptness and dexterity.
KNACK verb
  1. To crack; to make a sharp, abrupt noise; to chink.
  2. To speak affectedly.

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