Cryptic crossword clue
Direct boss forbidden to return 4-2

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word HEAD-ON

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The straight part
We know that "Direct" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case direct = head-on.
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 HEAD-ON mean?

HEAD-ON noun
  1. A collision from the front.
HEAD-ON adjective
  1. Direct, abrupt, blunt or unequivocal; not prevaricating.
  2. Of a collision, from the front or in the direction of motion.

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