Cryptic crossword clue
Element abandoning old city? Pity 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Pity" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case pity = mercy.
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 MERCY mean?

MERCY noun
  1. Relenting; forbearance to cause or allow harm to another.
  2. Forgiveness or compassion, especially toward those less fortunate.
  3. A tendency toward forgiveness, pity, or compassion.
  4. Instances of forbearance or forgiveness.
  5. A blessing; something to be thankful for.
MERCY verb
  1. To feel mercy
  2. To show mercy; to pardon or treat leniently because of mercy
MERCY interjection
  1. Expressing surprise or alarm.

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