Cryptic crossword clue
Free at last, editor becomes unrestricted 4-5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 plus 5 letter word OPEN ENDED

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The straight part
We know that "unrestricted" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case unrestricted = open ended.
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 OPEN ENDED mean?

OPEN ENDED adjective
  1. Unrestricted by definite limits.
  2. Adaptable to change.
  3. Permitting a spontaneous or unstructured response.
  4. Of a straight draw, made up of four consecutive cards, thus able to be completed by either of two ranks of card.

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