Cryptic crossword clue
One substituting nothing in work by editor, gets derided 5

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

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

JIBED verb
  1. To reproach with contemptuous words; to deride, to mock, to taunt.
  2. To say in a mocking or taunting manner.
  3. To make a mocking remark or remarks; to jeer.
JIBED verb
  1. To accord or agree.
JIBED verb
  1. Alternative spelling of gybe

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