Cryptic crossword clue
King of the blues found in pit, lame 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "lame" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case lame = hobble.
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What does HOBBLE mean?

HOBBLE noun
  1. (chiefly in the plural) One of the short straps tied between the legs of unfenced horses, allowing them to wander short distances but preventing them from running off.
  2. An unsteady, off-balance step.
  3. A difficult situation; a scrape.
  4. An odd job; a piece of casual work.
HOBBLE verb
  1. To fetter by tying the legs; to restrict (a horse) with hobbles.
  2. To walk lame, or unevenly.
  3. To move roughly or irregularly.
  4. To perplex; to embarrass.

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