Cryptic crossword clue
HMI, when expanded literally, could become mediocre 6,2,3,4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 plus 2 plus 3 plus 4 letter word MIDDLE OF THE ROAD

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The straight part
We know that "mediocre" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case mediocre = middle of the road.
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 MIDDLE OF THE ROAD mean?

MIDDLE OF THE ROAD adjective
  1. Having a centrist attitude or philosophy; not extreme, especially politically.
  2. Of a type of melodic popular music that has wide appeal.

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