Cryptic crossword clue
Spring issue turns up on day that’s convenient 4-5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word WELL-TIMED

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The straight part
We know that "convenient" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case convenient = well-timed.
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 WELL-TIMED mean?

WELL-TIMED adjective
  1. Happening at an opportune or advantageous time.
  2. Keeping accurate time.

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