Cryptic crossword clue
Some are a vengeful lot — they spoil 5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word REAVE

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The straight part
We know that "re a ve/spoil" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case re a ve/spoil = reave.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does REAVE mean?

REAVE verb
  1. To plunder, pillage, rob, pirate, or remove.
  2. To deprive (a person) of something through theft or violence.
REAVE verb
  1. To split, tear, break apart.

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