Cryptic crossword clue
Votes for Sussex town rising, not large 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Votes for" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case votes for = yeses.
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 YESES mean?

YESES noun
  1. An affirmative expression; an answer that shows agreement or acceptance.
  2. A vote of support or in favor/favour of something.
YESES verb
  1. To agree with, affirm, approve.
  2. To attempt to flatter someone by habitually agreeing

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