Cryptic crossword clue
With this, one might be out of special prison 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "With this, one might be out" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case with this, one might be out = snick.
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 SNICK mean?

SNICK noun
  1. A small deflection of the ball off the side of the bat; often carries to the wicketkeeper for a catch
  2. A small cut or mark.
  3. A knot or irregularity in yarn.
SNICK verb
  1. To cut or snip.
  2. To hit (the ball) with the edge of the bat, causing a slight deflection.
SNICK noun
  1. A sharp clicking sound.
SNICK verb
  1. To make something click, to make a clicking noise.
SNICK verb
  1. To latch, to lock.
  2. To cut.

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