Cryptic crossword clue
After being taken off, bowler could go here 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "After being taken off, bowler could go here" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case after being taken off, bowler could go here = hatbox.
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 HATBOX mean?

HATBOX noun
  1. A piece of luggage for a hat; a case or box for a hat.

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