Cryptic crossword clue
Vehicle getting near – see it on ceremonial occasions? 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "see it on ceremonial occasions" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case see it on ceremonial occasions = busby.
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 BUSBY mean?

BUSBY noun
  1. A fur hat, usually with a plume in the front, worn by certain members of the military or brass bands.

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