Cryptic crossword clue
Turned pink and then turned into something darker 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Turned pink" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case turned pink = rosed.
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 ROSED mean?

ROSED verb
  1. To make rose-coloured; to redden or flush.
  2. To perfume, as with roses.
ROSED adjective
  1. Having taken on a crimson colour.

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