Cryptic crossword clue
A struggle between North and South Sea forces 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word NAVIES

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What does NAVIES mean?

NAVIES noun
  1. A country's entire sea force, including ships and personnel.
  2. A governmental department in charge of a country's sea force.
  3. A dark blue colour, usually called navy blue.

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