Cryptic crossword clue
I blundered, needing ultimately to go up backwards 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word OOPS

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The straight part
We know that "I blundered" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case i blundered = oops.
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 OOPS mean?

OOPS noun
  1. A minor mistake or unforseen difficulty.
OOPS verb
  1. To make a mistake; to blunder.
OOPS interjection
  1. Acknowledging a mistake.

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