Cryptic crossword clue
Noise of passing wind – so who’s being funny? 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word SWOOSH

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The straight part
We know that "Noise of passing wind" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case noise of passing wind = swoosh.
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 SWOOSH mean?

SWOOSH noun
  1. A swooshing movement or sound
  2. A pattern or logo suggesting a swooshing movement.
SWOOSH verb
  1. To move with a rushing or swirling sound

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