Cryptic crossword clue
Sound of relief from the fellow hugged by two women 4

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

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The straight part
We know that "Sound of relief" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sound of relief = whew.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does WHEW mean?

WHEW verb
  1. To whistle with a shrill pipe, like a plover.
WHEW interjection
  1. An expressive sound made indicating the release of one's inner tension; the release of breath; an expression of relief.
  2. An expression of amazement or surprise.
WHEW verb
  1. To bustle about.

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