Cryptic crossword clue
Queen's consort needing diplomacy from east to keep order 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Queen's consort" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case queen's consort = tomcat.
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 TOMCAT mean?

TOMCAT noun
  1. A tom, a male cat.
TOMCAT verb
  1. To prowl for sexual gratification.

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