Cryptic crossword clue
I was spinning on both sides, like an eddy 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "like an eddy" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case like an eddy = aswirl.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does ASWIRL mean?

ASWIRL adverb
  1. Swirling; in a swirl; full of or surrounded by something swirling.

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