Cryptic crossword clue
Makes rotten drinks in big cups? On the contrary 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Makes rotten" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case makes rotten = addles.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does ADDLES mean?

ADDLES verb
  1. (provincial) To earn, earn by labor; earn money or one's living.
  2. (provincial) To thrive or grow; to ripen.
ADDLES noun
  1. A foolish or dull-witted fellow.
ADDLES noun
  1. Liquid filth; mire.
  2. (provincial) Lees; dregs.
ADDLES verb
  1. To make addle; to grow addle; to muddle
  2. To cause fertilised eggs to lose viability, by killing the developing embryo within through shaking, piercing, freezing or oiling, without breaking the shell.

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