Cryptic crossword clue
Positive response when claiming record — cries of delight? 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "cries of delight?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cries of delight? = yelps.
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 YELPS mean?

YELPS noun
  1. An abrupt, high-pitched noise or utterance.
  2. A type of emergency vehicle siren sounding quicker and more intense than the wail.
YELPS verb
  1. To utter an abrupt, high-pitched noise.

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