Cryptic crossword clue
Private papers in disarray 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Private" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case private = sapper.
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 SAPPER mean?

SAPPER noun
  1. One who saps; specifically, one who is employed in working at saps, building and repairing fortifications, and the like. Often known as a combat engineer or military engineer.
  2. An officer or private of the Royal Engineers.

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