Cryptic crossword clue
Good person facing danger — ultimately I have to try very hard 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "to try very hard" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case to try very hard = strive.
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 STRIVE mean?

STRIVE noun
  1. Striving; earnest endeavor; hard work.
  2. Exertion or contention for superiority, either by physical or intellectual means.
  3. Bitter conflict, sometimes violent.
  4. A trouble of any kind.
  5. That which is contended against; occasion of contest.

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