Cryptic crossword clue
Worry about five in court for distribution

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 plus 2 letter word CARVE UP

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The straight part
We know that "distribution" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case distribution = carve up.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does CARVE UP mean?

CARVE UP noun
  1. The act or instance of dishonestly prearranging the result of a competition.
  2. The distribution of something, as of money or booty.

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