Cryptic crossword clue
Drink second tea 5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word *SUING*

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What does *SUING* mean?

*SUING* verb
  1. To file a legal action against someone, generally a non-criminal action.
  2. To seek by request; to make application; to petition; to entreat; to plead.
  3. (of a hawk) To clean (the beak, etc.).
  4. To leave high and dry on shore.
  5. To court.
  6. To follow.
*SUING* noun
  1. The act of one who sues for something.
  2. The process of soaking through anything.

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