Cryptic crossword clue
Modern library’s shortened couch is made up 2-6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 2 plus 6 letter word AD LIBBED

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The straight part
We know that "made up" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case made up = ad libbed.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does AD LIBBED mean?

AD LIBBED verb
  1. To improvise all or part of a speech or other performance, especially in comedy.
AD LIBBED adjective
  1. Improvised, or performed without preparation.

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