The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word WIMPS
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The straight part
We know that "namby-pambys" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case namby-pambys = wimps.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 WIMPS mean?
WIMPS noun- Acronym of window, icon, menu, pointer. (a graphical interface paradigm)
- Acronym of window-icon-mouse program.
- A hypothetical class of particle, proposed to explain the dark matter problem.
- Someone who lacks confidence or courage, is weak, ineffectual, irresolute and wishy-washy