Cryptic crossword clue
Not quite the ideal situation, small house? Let’s make an effort! 5,2

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 plus 2 letter word HEAVE HO

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What does HEAVE HO mean?

HEAVE HO noun
  1. A cry of heave-ho.
  2. A rejection; a forced removal.
HEAVE HO verb
  1. To pull forcefully.
HEAVE HO interjection
  1. An exclamation used when pulling, especially by sailors while pulling on a rope.

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