Cryptic crossword clue
Frank Stapleton’s position settled in advance 2,5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 2 plus 5 letter word UP FRONT

U
P
F
R
O
N
T

Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "Frank/Stapleton’s position/settled in advance" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case frank/stapleton’s position/settled in advance = up front.
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 UP FRONT mean?

UP FRONT adjective
  1. Honest, frank and straightforward.
  2. In a forward, leading or frontward position.
  3. (of money) Paid in advance.
UP FRONT adverb
  1. Beforehand
  2. As an attacker

Latest crossword clues with full explanations