Cryptic crossword clue
Israeli reported just in time to be starting reduced legal procedure used in self-defence 3,5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 plus 5 letter word JIU JITSU

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The straight part
We know that "used in self-defence/used in self-defence" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case used in self-defence/used in self-defence = jiu jitsu.
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 JIU JITSU mean?

JIU JITSU noun
  1. Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
JIU JITSU noun
  1. A method of self-defence established in Japan emphasizing “jū” (soft or gentle) “jutsu” (art or technique). Japanese martial art that utilizes a large variety of techniques in defense against an opponent.
  2. Brazilian jiu-jitsu, a related art, derived from judo.
  3. Precision maneuvering.

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