Cryptic crossword clue
Raise yokel to strangle duck 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Raise" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case raise = hoick.
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 HOICK mean?

HOICK noun
  1. A wild hook shot played without style.
  2. Sputum.
HOICK verb
  1. To play such a shot.
  2. To lift (a heavy object) carelessly; hoist.
  3. To throw something out.
  4. To spit.

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