Cryptic crossword clue
Solo from girl on euphonium 4

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

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The straight part
We know that "solo" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case solo = lone.
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 LONE mean?

LONE adjective
  1. Solitary; having no companion.
  2. Isolated or lonely; lacking companionship.
  3. Sole; being the only one of a type.
  4. Situated by itself or by oneself, with no neighbours.
  5. Unfrequented by human beings; solitary.
  6. Single; unmarried, or in widowhood.

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