Cryptic crossword clue
Yes, marm, ignore the old creep 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "creep" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case creep = smarm.
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 SMARM mean?

SMARM noun
  1. Smarmy language or behavior.
  2. A style of fan fiction in which characters are warm and caring toward each other but without sexual overtones.
SMARM verb
  1. To fawn, to be unctuous.
  2. To address in a fawning and unctuous manner.

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