Cryptic crossword clue
Restores some bits that had been dropped … 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Restores some bits that had been dropped" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case restores some bits that had been dropped = unzips.
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 UNZIPS mean?

UNZIPS verb
  1. To open something using a zipper.
  2. To come open by means of a zipper.
  3. To decompress (a zip file).

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