Cryptic crossword clue
Time out from sentry-go, describing evidence verbally 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "evidence verbally" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case evidence verbally = parol.
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 PAROL mean?

PAROL noun
  1. A word; an oral utterance.
  2. Oral declaration; word of mouth.
  3. A writing not under seal.
PAROL adjective
  1. Word of mouth.
  2. Verbal, oral, informal.
PAROL noun
  1. An ornamental star-like Christmas lantern from the Philippines.

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