Cryptic crossword clue
United overwhelmed by many hooligans 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "hooligans" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case hooligans = louts.
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 LOUTS mean?

LOUTS noun
  1. A troublemaker, often violent; a rude violent person; a yob.
  2. A clownish, awkward fellow; a bumpkin.
LOUTS verb
  1. To treat as a lout or fool; to neglect; to disappoint.
LOUTS verb
  1. To bend, bow, stoop.

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