Cryptic crossword clue
Bound to have time at the end for a gin

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word SPRINGE

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

SPRINGE noun
  1. A snare.
SPRINGE verb
  1. To sprinkle; to scatter.
  2. To catch in a springe; to ensnare.

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