Cryptic crossword clue
Problem getting ring off 4,2

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 plus 2 letter word HANG UP

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The straight part
We know that "double defn" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case double defn = hang up.
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 HANG UP mean?

HANG UP noun
  1. An emotional difficulty or a psychological inhibition; a complex.
  2. An unforeseen obstacle to progress; a hitch.

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