Cryptic crossword clue
To construct at higher level requires publicity 5-2

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word BUILD-UP

I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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The straight part
We know that "To construct at higher level /publicity" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case to construct at higher level /publicity = build-up.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does BUILD-UP mean?

BUILD-UP noun
  1. An accumulation; an increase; a gradual development.
  2. The construction of a composite core to repair a damaged tooth.

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