Cryptic crossword clue
Boasted that credit’s due 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Boasted" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case boasted = crowed.
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 CROWED mean?

CROWED verb
  1. To make the shrill sound characteristic of a rooster; to make a sound in this manner, either in gaiety, joy, pleasure, or defiance.
  2. To shout in exultation or defiance; to brag.
  3. To test the reed of a double reed instrument by placing the reed alone in the mouth and blowing it.

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