Cryptic crossword clue
Otto’s sure motorway by sea is blocked 6

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

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

JAMMED verb
  1. To get something stuck in a confined space.
  2. To brusquely force something into a space; cram, squeeze.
  3. To cause congestion or blockage. Often used with "up"
  4. To block or confuse a broadcast signal.
  5. To throw a pitch at or near the batter's hands.
  6. To play music (especially improvisation as a group, or an informal unrehearsed session).
  7. To injure a finger or toe by sudden compression of the digit's tip.
  8. To attempt to score points.
  9. To bring (a vessel) so close to the wind that half her upper sails are laid aback.
  10. To give up on a date or some joint endeavour; stand up, chicken out, jam out.
JAMMED adjective
  1. Stuck.
  2. Overcrowded; congested

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