Cryptic crossword clue
Two insects, not large but strongly built 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "strongly built" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case strongly built = beefy.
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 BEEFY mean?

BEEFY adjective
  1. Similar to, or tasting like beef.
  2. Containing beef.
  3. Strong or muscular.
  4. Sturdy; robust.

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