The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word DICTA
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The straight part
We know that "More than one saying" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case more than one saying = dicta.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 DICTA mean?
DICTA noun- An authoritative statement; a dogmatic saying; a maxim, an apothegm.
- A judicial opinion expressed by judges on points that do not necessarily arise in the case, and are not involved in it.
- The report of a judgment made by one of the judges who has given it.
- An arbitrament or award.