Cryptic crossword clue
Joke, leg pulled, creating cackle 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "cackle" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cackle = gaggle.
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 GAGGLE mean?

GAGGLE noun
  1. (collective) A group of geese when they are on the ground or on the water.
  2. (by extension) Any group or gathering of related things.
GAGGLE verb
  1. To make a noise like a goose; to cackle.

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