The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word WINOS
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The straight part
We know that "Drunks like this" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case drunks like this = winos.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 WINOS mean?
WINOS noun- A chronic or heavy drinker of cheap wine or other alcohol; a drunk or drunkard.
- A wine enthusiast; an oenophile.
- A hypothetical particle that is the superpartner of the W boson.