Cryptic crossword clue
Flattering description of Eastenders? 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Flattering" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case flattering = soapy.
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 SOAPY mean?

SOAPY adjective
  1. Resembling soap.
  2. Resembling a soap opera.
  3. Full of soap.
  4. Covered in soap.
  5. Committing or involving flattery.

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