Cryptic crossword clue
Shelter in bed, close to fire 4

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

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The straight part
We know that "Shelter" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case shelter = cote.
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 COTE mean?

COTE noun
  1. A cottage or hut.
  2. A small structure built to contain domesticated animals such as sheep, pigs or pigeons.
COTE verb
  1. To quote.
COTE verb
  1. To go side by side with; hence, to pass by; to outrun and get before.

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