Cryptic crossword clue
Sponge falls over 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Sponge" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sponge = dipso.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does DIPSO mean?

DIPSO noun
  1. A dipsomaniac; an alcoholic; a drunk.

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