Cryptic crossword clue
Pressure to gently tap the ball to secure run 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Pressure" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case pressure = brunt.
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 BRUNT mean?

BRUNT noun
  1. The full adverse effects; the chief consequences or negative results of a thing or event.
  2. The major part of something; the bulk.
BRUNT verb
  1. To bear the brunt of; to weather or withstand.

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