Cryptic crossword clue
Small fly found in cored apples perhaps 4

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

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The straight part
We know that "Small fly" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case small fly = frit.
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 FRIT mean?

FRIT noun
  1. A fused mixture of materials used to make glass.
  2. A similar material used in the manufacture of ceramic beads and small ornaments. (eastern Mediterranean; Bronze and Iron Age)
FRIT verb
  1. To add frit to a glass or ceramic mixture
  2. To prepare by heat (the materials for making glass); to fuse partially.
FRIT adjective
  1. Frightened.
FRIT noun
  1. A frit fly.

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