Cryptic crossword clue
Music journalist was shocking 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "was shocking" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case was shocking = rocked.
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 ROCKED mean?

ROCKED verb
  1. To move gently back and forth.
  2. To cause to shake or sway violently.
  3. To sway or tilt violently back and forth.
  4. (of ore etc.) To be washed and panned in a cradle or in a rocker.
  5. To disturb the emotional equilibrium of; to distress; to greatly impact (most often positively).
  6. To do well or to be operating at high efficiency.
  7. To make love to or have sex with.
ROCKED verb
  1. To play, perform, or enjoy rock music, especially with a lot of skill or energy.
  2. To be very favourable or skilful; excel; be fantastic.
  3. To thrill or excite, especially with rock music
  4. To do something with excitement yet skillfully
  5. To wear (a piece of clothing, outfit etc.) successfully or with style; to carry off (a particular look, style).

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