Cryptic crossword clue
Detective grilled Spooner after Queen disappeared 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Detective" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case detective = snoop.
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 SNOOP mean?

SNOOP noun
  1. The act of snooping
  2. One who snoops
  3. A private detective
SNOOP verb
  1. To be devious and cunning so as not to be seen.
  2. To secretly spy on or investigate, especially into the private personal life of others.

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