Cryptic crossword clue
Fiasco, having sex out of bed 5-2

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word SCREW-UP

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The straight part
We know that "fiasco" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case fiasco = screw-up.
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 SCREW-UP mean?

SCREW-UP noun
  1. A substantial mistake, usually causing problems for more people than just the person or group who made it.
  2. A person who often makes substantial mistakes; a bungler.
  3. A person who is mentally or emotionally damaged.

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