Cryptic crossword clue
U-boat questionably brave to reverse direction 5-4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word ABOUT-FACE

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The straight part
We know that "to reverse direction" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case to reverse direction = about-face.
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 ABOUT-FACE mean?

ABOUT-FACE noun
  1. An abrupt turn to face the opposite direction.
  2. A reversal in direction; reversal of attitude or opinion.
ABOUT-FACE verb
  1. To turn 180 degrees to face the opposite direction
  2. To change opinion or attitude drastically.

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