Cryptic crossword clue
Somewhat flustered hotelier gets highly emotional 3-3

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word RED-HOT

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What does RED-HOT mean?

RED-HOT noun
  1. (Midwest) A frankfurter, a hot dog.
RED-HOT adjective
  1. Heated to the point that it glows with a visible red color.
  2. Very hot
  3. Emotionally charged, especially with anger or enthusiasm.
  4. Having a very strong sexual appeal.
  5. Very fresh, new, recent and up to date.

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