Cryptic crossword clue
Machine breaks down, he goes wild 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "wild" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case wild = manic.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does MANIC mean?

MANIC adjective
  1. Of or pertaining to someone who exhibits mania or craziness; wicked.
  2. Suffering from mania, the state of an abnormally elevated or irritable mood, arousal, and/or energy levels.

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