Cryptic crossword clue
Note to follow strait-laced grooms 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "grooms" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case grooms = primps.
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 PRIMPS mean?

PRIMPS verb
  1. To spend time improving one's appearance, often in front of a mirror.
  2. To dress in an affected manner.

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