Cryptic crossword clue
Evil overthrown, with good getting on top, holding a sword 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "sword" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sword = glaive.
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 GLAIVE mean?

GLAIVE noun
  1. A light lance with a long, sharp-pointed head.
  2. A weapon consisting of a pole with a large blade fixed on the end, the edge of which is on the outside curve.
  3. A sword, particularly a broadsword.

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