Cryptic crossword clue
Raced around, then bowed 5

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

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

ARCED verb
  1. To move following a curved path.
  2. To shape into an arc; to hold in the form of an arc.
  3. To form an electrical arc.
ARCED adjective
  1. Having the form of an arc; arched.

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