Cryptic crossword clue
In confusion, turn over before syrupy TV broadcast 5-5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word TOPSY-TURVY

I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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The straight part
We know that "In confusion" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case in confusion = topsy-turvy.
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 TOPSY-TURVY mean?

TOPSY-TURVY verb
  1. To turn upside down, or throw into disorder.
TOPSY-TURVY adjective
  1. Backwards or upside-down.
  2. Disorderly; chaotic.
TOPSY-TURVY adverb
  1. Backwards or upside-down.
  2. In a disorderly manner; chaotically.

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