Cryptic crossword clue
Worn-out judge assisted in hearing 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Worn-out" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case worn-out = jaded.
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 JADED mean?

JADED verb
  1. To tire, weary or fatigue
  2. To treat like a jade; to spurn.
  3. To make ridiculous and contemptible.
JADED adjective
  1. Bored or lacking enthusiasm, typically after having been over exposed to, or having consumed too much of something.
  2. Worn out, wearied, exhausted or lacking enthusiasm, due to age or experience.
  3. Made callous or cynically insensitive, by experience.

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