Cryptic crossword clue
Raised bet wins nothing when century scored

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 plus 2 letter word TON UP

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The straight part
We know that "when century scored" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case when century scored = ton 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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does TON UP mean?

TON UP noun
  1. A speed of 100 miles an hour, especially on a motorbike.
TON UP adjective
  1. Fond of travelling at high speeds

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