Cryptic crossword clue
Maintain rising part of ship 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Maintain" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case maintain = uphold.
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 UPHOLD mean?

UPHOLD verb
  1. To hold up; to lift on high; to elevate.
  2. To keep erect; to support; to sustain; to keep from falling
  3. To support by approval or encouragement, to confirm (something which has been questioned)

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