Cryptic crossword clue
Irresponsible to take the red- eye 3-2-5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word FLY-BY-NIGHT

I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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What does FLY-BY-NIGHT mean?

FLY-BY-NIGHT noun
  1. A creature which flies at night; a nocturnal flier or traveler.
  2. One who departs or flees at night in order to avoid creditors, law enforcement etc.
  3. A person or business that appears and/or disappears rapidly, appearing untrustworthy, or giving an impression of transience.
  4. A traveling businessman or tradesman.

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