Cryptic crossword clue
Prisoner is old thief — time to be released 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Prisoner" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case prisoner = lifer.
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 LIFER mean?

LIFER noun
  1. A prisoner sentenced to life in prison.
  2. A prisoner sentenced to transportation for life.
  3. A person with a singular career path, especially in the military.
  4. A bird species seen for the first time by a birder who is keeping a list of all the species he or she has ever seen.

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