Cryptic crossword clue
Playing a game, touch up ass 3

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 letter word GIT

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

GIT noun
  1. A silly, incompetent, stupid, annoying or childish person (usually a man).
GIT verb
  1. To get.
  2. To get (leave; scram).
GIT noun
  1. The channel or spout through which molten metal runs into a mould in casting.

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