Cryptic crossword clue
Opponents securing game — might they become inflated? 4

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

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The straight part
We know that "might they become inflated?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case might they become inflated? = egos.
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 EGOS mean?

EGOS noun
  1. The self, especially with a sense of self-importance.
  2. (Freudian) The most central part of the mind, which mediates with one's surroundings.

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