Cryptic crossword clue
Establishing report is being held back 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Establishing" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case establishing = basing.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does BASING mean?

BASING verb
  1. To give as its foundation or starting point; to lay the foundation of.
  2. To be located (at a particular place).
  3. (acrobatics, cheerleading) To act as a base; to be the person supporting the flyer.
BASING noun
  1. The storage or housing of something within a base.

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