Cryptic crossword clue
Gutted, venerable European socialist changed direction 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "changed direction" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case changed direction = veered.
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What does VEERED mean?

VEERED verb
  1. To let out (a sail-line), to allow (a sheet) to run out.
VEERED verb
  1. To change direction or course suddenly; to swerve.
  2. (of the wind) To shift in a clockwise direction (if in the Northern Hemisphere, or in a counterclockwise direction if in the Southern Hemisphere).
  3. (of the wind) To shift aft.
  4. To change direction into the wind; to wear ship.
  5. To turn.

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