Cryptic crossword clue
Perhaps risk Frenchman intruding with a smug smile

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

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The straight part
We know that "smug smile" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case smug smile = smirk.
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 SMIRK mean?

SMIRK noun
  1. An uneven, often crooked smile that is insolent, self-satisfied or scornful
  2. A forced or affected smile; a simper
SMIRK verb
  1. To smile in a way that is affected, smug, insolent or contemptuous.
SMIRK adjective
  1. Smart; spruce; affected; simpering

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