Cryptic crossword clue
Some ships run here, bypassing Gulf nearby 6

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

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The straight part

We know that "nearby" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case nearby = around.

The cryptic/wordplay part

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What does AROUND mean?

1. (with the verb "to be") Present in the vicinity.
2. (with the verb "to be") Alive; existing.

1. So as to form a circle or trace a circular path, or approximation thereof.
2. So as to surround or be near.
3. Nearly; approximately; about.
4. From place to place.
5. From one state or condition to an opposite or very different one; with a metaphorical change in direction; bringing about awareness or agreement.
6. (with turn, spin etc.) So as to partially or completely rotate; so as to face in the opposite direction.
7. Used with verbs to indicate repeated or continuous action, or in numerous locations or with numerous people.
8. Used with certain verbs to suggest unproductive activity.

1. Defining a circle or closed curve containing a thing.
2. (of abstract things) Centred upon; surrounding.
3. Following the perimeter of a specified area and returning to the starting point.
4. Following a path which curves near an object, with the object on the inside of the curve.
5. Near; in the vicinity of.
6. At or to various places within.

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