Flakes left in fireplaces (5)

I believe the answer is:

ashes

(Other definitions for ashes that I've seen before include "Eng./Aus. cricket trophy" , "Eng/Aus test series" , "Burnt residue" , "Cinders - which were once kept in the 3 20 at 18" , "Former Wimbledon champion's" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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