Cryptic crossword clue
Cloth flaw causing start of rip in behind 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Cloth flaw" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cloth flaw = brack.
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 BRACK mean?

BRACK noun
  1. Salty or brackish water.
BRACK noun
  1. An opening caused by the parting of a solid body; a crack or breach.
  2. A flaw in cloth.
BRACK noun
  1. Barmbrack.

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