Cryptic crossword clue
Demolishing cored pears, set aside fuzzy skin 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "fuzzy skin" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case fuzzy skin = suede.
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 SUEDE mean?

SUEDE noun
  1. A type of soft leather, made from calfskin, with a brushed texture to resemble fabric, often used to make boots, clothing and fashion accessories.
SUEDE verb
  1. To make (leather) into suede.
SUEDE adjective
  1. Made of suede

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