Cryptic crossword clue
Sanction tenor, one from eastern Europe 4

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

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The straight part
We know that "one from eastern Europe" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case one from eastern europe = lett.
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 LETT mean?

LETT verb
  1. To allow to, not to prevent (+ infinitive, but usually without to).
  2. To leave.
  3. To allow the release of (a fluid).
  4. To allow possession of (a property etc.) in exchange for rent.
  5. To give, grant, or assign, as a work, privilege, or contract; often with out.
  6. Used to introduce an imperative in the first or third person.
  7. To cause (+ bare infinitive).
LETT verb
  1. To hinder, prevent, impede, hamper, cumber; to obstruct (someone or something).
  2. To prevent someone from doing something; also to prevent something from happening.
  3. To tarry or delay.

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