The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word SALSAS
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The straight part
We know that "dances" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case dances = salsas.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 SALSAS mean?
SALSAS noun- A spicy tomato sauce, often including onions and hot peppers.
- A style of urban music originally from New York heavily influenced by Cuban dance music, jazz and rock.
- Any of several dances performed to salsa music.
- To dance the salsa.