Cryptic crossword clue
Spot test terrified learning establishment leaders 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Spot" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case spot = mottle.
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What does MOTTLE mean?

MOTTLE noun
  1. A distinguishing blotch of color.
  2. A mottled coloration or pattern.
MOTTLE verb
  1. To mark with blotches of different color, or shades of color, as if stained; to spot; to maculate.

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