Cryptic crossword clue
What’s changed as result of cut in field 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "cut in field" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cut in field = swath.
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 SWATH mean?

SWATH noun
  1. The track cut out by a scythe in mowing.
  2. A broad sweep or expanse, such as of land or of people.

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