Cryptic crossword clue
Sailor supporting Judge in critical comment 3

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 letter word JAB

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The straight part
We know that "critical comment" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case critical comment = jab.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does JAB mean?

JAB noun
  1. A quick stab or blow; a poking or thrusting motion.
  2. A short straight punch.
  3. A medical injection.
  4. A vaccination, whether or not delivered via conventional injection.
  5. A mild verbal insult.
JAB verb
  1. To poke or thrust abruptly, or to make such a motion.
  2. To deliver a quick punch.
  3. To give someone an injection

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