Cryptic crossword clue
Newspaper guy dictated material 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word IKAT

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The straight part
We know that "material" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case material = ikat.
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 IKAT mean?

IKAT noun
  1. A style of weaving that uses a process similar to tie-dye to dye the threads.
  2. A work woven in this style.

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