Cryptic crossword clue
Nearly stand against informal associates 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "informal associates" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case informal associates = oppos.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does OPPOS mean?

OPPOS noun
  1. A friend, associate or colleague.
  2. Research into one's opponent's family, friends and past, which aims to uncover activities or interests which embarrass or discredit them (short for oppo research).

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