Cryptic crossword clue
Cut nails back 4

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

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The straight part
We know that "Cut" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cut = snip.
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 SNIP mean?

SNIP noun
  1. The act of snipping; cutting a small amount off of something.
  2. A single cut with scissors, clippers, or similar tool.
  3. Something acquired for a low price; a bargain.
  4. A small amount of something; a pinch.
  5. (definite, the snip) A vasectomy.
  6. A small or weak person, especially a young one.
  7. An impertinent or mischievous person.
  8. A share or portion; a snack.
  9. A tailor.
SNIP verb
  1. To cut with short sharp actions, as with scissors.
  2. To reduce the price of a product, to create a snip.
  3. To break off; to snatch away.
  4. To circumcise.
  5. To remove the irrelevant parts of quotations in the reply message.

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