Cryptic crossword clue
Starter motor’s beginning to get stiff; detach the front half 4

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

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The straight part
We know that "Starter" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case starter = meze.
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 MEZE mean?

MEZE noun
  1. Small portions of starters typical of Turkish and Greek cuisine (equivalent to Spanish tapas or Hawaiian pu pu) often served as a light meal with pita.

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