Cryptic crossword clue
Asked Veep to embrace daughter 6

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

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Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "Asked" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case asked = bidden.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does BIDDEN mean?

BIDDEN verb
  1. To issue a command; to tell.
  2. To invite; to summon.
  3. To utter a greeting or salutation.
BIDDEN verb
  1. To bear; to endure; to tolerate.
  2. To dwell or reside in a location; to abide.
  3. To wait; to be in expectation; to stay; to remain.
  4. To wait for; to await.

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