Cryptic crossword clue
Fluorine scare created problems 6

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

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

FACERS noun
  1. An unexpected and stunning blow or defeat.
  2. One who faces; one who puts on a false show; a bold-faced person.
  3. A blow in the face, as in boxing; hence, any severe or stunning check or defeat, as in controversy.

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