Cryptic crossword clue
Am about to invent reverse- operating staple! 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "operating staple" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case operating staple = manioc.
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 MANIOC mean?

MANIOC noun
  1. The tropical plant Manihot esculenta, from which cassava and tapioca are prepared.
  2. Cassava root, eaten as a food.
  3. A food starch prepared from the root.

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