Cryptic crossword clue
Turning nasty around five, time to leave! 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word REVOLVING

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The straight part
We know that "Turning" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case turning = revolving.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does REVOLVING mean?

REVOLVING verb
  1. (Physical movement.)
  2. (Mental activity.)
REVOLVING noun
  1. The act of something that revolves or turns.
REVOLVING adjective
  1. Moving around a central point.
  2. Relating to an account or line of credit where balances and credit roll over from one billing cycle to the next, such as a credit card.

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