Cryptic crossword clue
Create run, wanting to be outside 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Create" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case create = wreak.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does WREAK mean?

WREAK verb
  1. To cause something harmful; to afflict; to inflict; to harm or injury; to let out something harmful; .
  2. To chasten, or chastise/chastize, or castigate, or punish, or smite.
  3. To inflict or take vengeance on.
  4. To take vengeance for.
WREAK noun
  1. Revenge; vengeance; furious passion; resentment.
  2. Punishment; retribution; payback.

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