Cryptic crossword clue
Monkeys: small groups of like-minded individuals 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Monkeys" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case monkeys = scamps.
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 SCAMPS mean?

SCAMPS noun
  1. A rascal, swindler, or rogue; a ne'er-do-well.
  2. A mischievous person, especially a playful, impish youngster.
SCAMPS verb
  1. To skimp; to do something in a skimpy or slipshod fashion.
SCAMPS noun
  1. A preliminary design sketch.

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