Cryptic crossword clue
In Newport, lads brought up really tough 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "In Newport, lads" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case in newport, lads = boyos.
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 BOYOS mean?

BOYOS noun
  1. A boy or lad.
  2. (sometimes derogatory) A stereotypically Welsh form of address for a man, usually younger than the speaker.

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