Cryptic crossword clue
S-setter retired to tour the capital of Latvia 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "S" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case s = sulfur.
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 SULFUR mean?

SULFUR noun
  1. A chemical element (symbol S) with an atomic number of 16.
  2. A yellowish green colour, like that of sulfur.
SULFUR verb
  1. To treat with sulfur, or a sulfur compound, especially to preserve or to counter agricultural pests.
SULFUR adjective
  1. Of a yellowish green colour, like that of sulfur.

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