Cryptic crossword clue
Worthless slime’s parting bow 2-4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word NO-GOOD

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The straight part
We know that "Worthless" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case worthless = no-good.
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 NO-GOOD mean?

NO-GOOD noun
  1. A worthless or useless person
NO-GOOD adjective
  1. Having no value, use or merit

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