Cryptic crossword clue
Women’s Institute good making syrup 3

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

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The straight part
We know that "syrup" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case syrup = wig.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does WIG mean?

WIG noun
  1. A head of real or synthetic hair worn on the head to disguise baldness, for cultural or religious reasons, for fashion, or by actors to help them better resemble the character they are portraying.
  2. (among fishermen) An old seal.
WIG verb
  1. To put on a wig; to provide with a wig (especially of an actor etc.).
  2. To upbraid, reprimand.
  3. To become extremely emotional or excitable; to lose control of one's emotions.

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