Cryptic crossword clue
Cheated character in plot 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Cheated" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cheated = bilked.
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 BILKED mean?

BILKED verb
  1. To spoil the score of (someone) in cribbage.
  2. To do someone out of their due; to deceive or defraud, to cheat (someone).
  3. To evade, elude.

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