Cryptic crossword clue
Part of army is unable to disavow 6

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

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

RECANT verb
  1. To withdraw or repudiate a statement or opinion formerly expressed, especially formally and publicly.

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