Cryptic crossword clue
The old make middle of screw centred in nut 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 letter word ERN

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The straight part
We know that "The old make" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case the old make = ern.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does ERN mean?

ERN noun
  1. A sea eagle (Haliaeetus), especially the white-tailed eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla)
  2. An eagle.
ERN verb
  1. To run; flow.
  2. To (cause to) coagulate; curdle (milk) by adding rennet and applying heat.
ERN verb
  1. To stir with strong emotion; grieve; mourn.
  2. To pain; torture.
  3. (of the eyes) To cause to water; smart.

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