Cryptic crossword clue
Chuck it down and hide

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word PELT

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The straight part
We know that "Chuck it down/hide" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case chuck it down/hide = pelt.
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 PELT mean?

PELT noun
  1. A blow or stroke from something thrown.
PELT verb
  1. To bombard, as with missiles.
  2. To throw; to use as a missile.
  3. To rain or hail heavily.
  4. To beat or hit, especially repeatedly.
  5. To move rapidly, especially in or on a conveyance.
  6. To throw out words.

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