Cryptic crossword clue
Jolly place to eat, no car required 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word VERY

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The straight part
We know that "Jolly" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case jolly = very.
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 VERY mean?

VERY adjective
  1. True, real, actual.
  2. The same; identical.
  3. With limiting effect: mere.
VERY adverb
  1. To a great extent or degree.
  2. Conforming to fact, reality or rule; true.
  3. (with superlatives) Used to firmly establish that nothing else surpasses in some respect.

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