Cryptic crossword clue
Work backstage maybe and create a fuss 4,1,5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 plus 1 plus 5 letter word MAKE A SCENE

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The straight part
We know that "create a fuss" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case create a fuss = make a scene.
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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