Cryptic crossword clue
Bound to insert names to be preserved 6

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Sunday Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "preserved" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case preserved = tinned.
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 TINNED mean?

TINNED verb
  1. To place into a tin in order to preserve.
  2. To cover with tin.
  3. To coat with solder in preparation for soldering.
TINNED adjective
  1. Coated, or plated with tin.
  2. Packed in a tin can; canned.
  3. Previously prepared; not fresh or new

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