Cryptic crossword clue
Alternative fuel overwhelms fellow with unknown discharge 6

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

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

EFFLUX noun
  1. The process of flowing out.
  2. That which has flowed out.
EFFLUX verb
  1. To run out; to flow forth.
  2. To pass away.

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