Cryptic crossword clue
Pinches small naps about midday 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Pinches" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case pinches = skimps.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does SKIMPS mean?

SKIMPS verb
  1. To mock, deride, scorn, scold, make fun of.
SKIMPS verb
  1. To slight; to do carelessly; to scamp.
  2. To make insufficient allowance for; to scant; to scrimp.
  3. To save; to be parsimonious or stingy.

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