Cryptic crossword clue
Scrapes spades on parts of sleeve 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Scrapes" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case scrapes = scuffs.
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 SCUFFS mean?

SCUFFS verb
  1. To scrape the feet while walking.
  2. To hit lightly, to brush against.
  3. To mishit (a shot on a ball) due to poor contact with the ball.

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