Cryptic crossword clue
Kestrel there flying round lake, confusedly 6-7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 14 letter word HELTER‑SKELTER

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The straight part
We know that "confusedly" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case confusedly = helter‑skelter.
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 HELTER‑SKELTER mean?

HELTER‑SKELTER noun
  1. Confusion or turmoil
  2. A helical fairground slide
HELTER‑SKELTER adjective
  1. Carelessly hurried and confused
HELTER‑SKELTER adverb
  1. In confused, disorderly haste

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