Cryptic crossword clue
Gaze over small holes 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "holes" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case holes = pores.
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 PORES mean?

PORES noun
  1. A tiny opening in the skin.
  2. By extension any small opening or interstice, especially one of many, or one allowing the passage of a fluid.
PORES verb
  1. To study meticulously; to go over again and again.
  2. To meditate or reflect in a steady way.

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