Cryptic crossword clue
Draw out of retreat despite everything 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "despite everything" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case despite everything = withal.
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 WITHAL mean?

WITHAL adverb
  1. All things considered; nevertheless; besides
  2. With this; with that.

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