Cryptic crossword clue
For example holding five volts will make you smart 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "smart" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case smart = savvy.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does SAVVY mean?

SAVVY noun
  1. Shrewdness.
SAVVY verb
  1. To understand.
SAVVY adjective
  1. Shrewd, well-informed and perceptive.

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