The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 plus 4 letter word SHORT LIST
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The straight part
We know that "Select few" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case select few = short list.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 SHORT LIST mean?
SHORT LIST noun- A list of candidates selected from a longer list, and from which one or more successful candidates are in turn selected.
- To place something on a short list