Cryptic crossword clue
Provide with old cutting device 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word PLOY

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

PLOY noun
  1. A tactic, strategy, or gimmick.
  2. Sport; frolic.
  3. Employment.
PLOY verb
  1. To form a column from a line of troops on some designated subdivision.

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