Cryptic crossword clue
Rolling years making one bad-tempered 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "bad-tempered" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case bad-tempered = arsey.
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 ARSEY mean?

ARSEY adjective
  1. Unpleasant, especially in a sarcastic, grumpy or haughty manner.

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