Cryptic crossword clue
Moved to take-off after disembarking one becoming stressed 5

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

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

TAXED verb
  1. To impose and collect a tax from (a person or company).
  2. To impose and collect a tax on (something).
  3. To make excessive demands on.
  4. To accuse.
  5. To examine accounts in order to allow or disallow items.
TAXED adjective
  1. Subject to taxation.

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