Cryptic crossword clue
Jacks drowned, overturning around middle of Severn 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Jacks" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case jacks = knaves.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does KNAVES mean?

KNAVES noun
  1. A boy; especially, a boy servant.
  2. Any male servant; a menial.
  3. A tricky, deceitful fellow; a dishonest person.
  4. A playing card marked with the figure of a servant or soldier; a jack.

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