Cryptic crossword clue
Some of clergy readers forming circle 4

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

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

GYRE noun
  1. A swirling vortex.
  2. A circular current, especially a large-scale ocean current.
  3. A circular motion, or a circle described by a moving body; a turn or revolution; a circuit.
GYRE verb
  1. To whirl

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