Cryptic crossword clue
Diversions go into ruins to skirt labourers

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 14 letter word ENTERTAINMENTS

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The straight part
We know that "Diversions" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case diversions = entertainments.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does ENTERTAINMENTS mean?

ENTERTAINMENTS noun
  1. An activity designed to give pleasure, enjoyment, diversion, amusement, or relaxation to an audience, no matter whether the audience participates passively as in watching opera or a movie, or actively as in games.
  2. A show put on for the enjoyment or amusement of others.
  3. Maintenance or support.
  4. Admission into service; service.
  5. Payment of soldiers or servants; wages.
  6. Reception; (provision of) food to guests or travellers.

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