Cryptic crossword clue
Corrupt lackey leaving caught giving out information? 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "giving out information" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case giving out information = leaky.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does LEAKY mean?

LEAKY adjective
  1. Having leaks; not fully sealed.

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