Cryptic crossword clue
Variable? I hesitate to say, I like it! 3

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 letter word YUM

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The straight part
We know that "I like it!" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case i like it! = yum.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does YUM mean?

YUM adjective
  1. Delicious.
YUM proper noun
  1. Yellowdog Updater, Modified, a popular package manager in Linux
YUM interjection
  1. Indicating delight at the flavor of food.

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