The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

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Clue no. 3: Contemptible one shows up to defeat sea king, taking hold of queen

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A clue to PIPSQUEAK.
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Comments on the clue
1.Don't think "shows up" works very well for the cryptic.