Cryptic crossword clue
Read the future — frightening, empty 4

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

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The straight part
We know that "Read the future" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case read the future = scry.
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 SCRY mean?

SCRY verb
  1. To predict the future using crystal balls or other objects.
  2. To descry; to see.
SCRY noun
  1. A cry or shout.
  2. A flock of wildfowl.
SCRY verb
  1. To proclaim.

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