Cryptic crossword clue
Just like that, a crimson rose 6

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

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

SOARED verb
  1. To fly high with little effort, like a bird.
  2. To mount upward on wings, or as on wings.
  3. To remain aloft by means of a glider or other unpowered aircraft.
  4. To rise, especially rapidly or unusually high.
  5. To rise in thought, spirits, or imagination; to be exalted in mood.

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