Cryptic crossword clue
Once behind tree, Ray concealed therein 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Once behind" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case once behind = arrear.
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 ARREAR mean?

ARREAR noun
  1. Work to be done, obligation.
  2. Unpaid debt.
  3. That which is in the rear or behind.
ARREAR adverb
  1. Towards the rear, backwards.
  2. Behind time; overdue.

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