Cryptic crossword clue
British state is rather dull and uninteresting 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "rather dull and uninteresting" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case rather dull and uninteresting = bland.
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What does BLAND mean?

BLAND adjective
  1. Having a soothing effect; not irritating or stimulating.
  2. Lacking in taste, flavor, or vigor.
  3. Lacking interest; boring; dull.
  4. Mild; soft, gentle, balmy; smooth in manner; suave.
BLAND verb
  1. To mix; blend; mingle.
  2. To connect; associate.
BLAND noun
  1. Mixture; union.
  2. A summer beverage prepared from the whey of churned milk, common among the inhabitants of the Shetland Islands.

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