Cryptic crossword clue
Yes, closed early and took break on 31st December 4-3

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word YEAR-END

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The straight part
We know that "31st December" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case 31st december = year-end.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does YEAR-END mean?

YEAR-END adjective
  1. On or happening at the end of the year (e.g., late December).

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