Cryptic crossword clue
Single text that yields many philosophies

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

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The straight part
We know that "many philosophies" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case many philosophies = isms.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does ISMS mean?

ISMS noun
  1. An ideology, system of thought, or practice that can be described by a word ending in -ism.
  2. Specifically, a form of discrimination, such as racism or sexism.

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