Cryptic crossword clue
Light and unsubstantial, as coffee may be

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word FROTHY

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The straight part
We know that "Light and unsubstantial/as coffee may be" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case light and unsubstantial/as coffee may be = frothy.
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 FROTHY mean?

FROTHY noun
  1. (chiefly in the plural) A serving of beer.
FROTHY adjective
  1. Foamy or churned to the point of becoming infused with bubbles.
  2. Lightweight; lacking depth or substance

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