Cryptic crossword clue
Jack was obliged to limit one fervent crusade 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "fervent crusade" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case fervent crusade = jihad.
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 JIHAD mean?

JIHAD noun
  1. A holy war undertaken by Muslims.
  2. An aggressive campaign for an idea.
  3. A personal spiritual struggle for self-improvement and/or against evil.
JIHAD verb
  1. To participate in a jihad.

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