Cryptic crossword clue
Justifying previous intention to drink one gin cocktail 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word EXPLAINING

I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
E
X
P
L
A
I
N
I
N
G

Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "Justifying" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case justifying = explaining.
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 EXPLAINING mean?

EXPLAINING verb
  1. To make plain, manifest, or intelligible; to clear of obscurity; to illustrate the meaning of.
  2. To give a valid excuse for past behavior.
  3. To make flat, smooth out.
  4. To unfold or make visible.
  5. To make something plain or intelligible.
EXPLAINING noun
  1. Explanation

Latest crossword clues with full explanations