Cryptic crossword clue
Leaves oddly sick sheep 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Leaves" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case leaves = scrams.
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.
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What does SCRAMS mean?

SCRAMS verb
  1. To use the shutdown or safety device of a nuclear reactor.
  2. (by extension) To use any emergency shutdown.
SCRAMS verb
  1. Leave in a hurry, go away.
SCRAMS verb
  1. Scratch with claws or fingernails.

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