The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word WOOED
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The straight part
We know that "Sought favour of" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sought favour of = wooed.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 WOOED mean?
WOOED verb- To endeavor to gain someone's support.
- (often of a man) To try to persuade (someone) to be in an amorous relationship with
- To court solicitously; to invite with importunity.