Cryptic crossword clue
Feeling low, start to drink

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word MOOD

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The straight part
We know that "Feeling" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case feeling = mood.
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 MOOD mean?

MOOD noun
  1. A mental or emotional state, composure.
  2. Emotional character (of a work of music, literature, or other art).
  3. A sullen, gloomy or angry mental state; a bad mood.
  4. A disposition to do something, a state of mind receptive or disposed to do something.
  5. A prevalent atmosphere, attitude, or feeling.
  6. A familiar, relatable feeling, experience, or thing.
  7. Courage, heart, valor; also vim and vigor.
MOOD noun
  1. (grammar) A verb form that depends on how its containing clause relates to the speaker’s or writer’s wish, intent, or assertion about reality.

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