Cryptic crossword clue
Passed over tool specially chosen 4-6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word HAND-PICKED

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The straight part
We know that "specially chosen" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case specially chosen = hand-picked.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does HAND-PICKED mean?

HAND-PICKED adjective
  1. Alternative form of handpicked
HAND-PICKED verb
  1. To pick or harvest by hand.
  2. To select carefully and with individual attention.

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