Cryptic crossword clue
Places I pass, heading north 4

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

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The straight part
We know that "Places" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case places = loci.
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 LOCI mean?

LOCI noun
  1. A place or locality, especially a centre of activity or the scene of a crime.
  2. The set of all points whose coordinates satisfy a given equation or condition.
  3. A fixed position on a chromosome that may be occupied by one or more genes.
  4. (chiefly in the plural) A passage in writing, especially in a collection of ancient sacred writings arranged according to a theme.

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