Cryptic crossword clue
Strands wild horses 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Strands" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case strands = shores.
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 SHORES mean?

SHORES noun
  1. Land adjoining a non-flowing body of water, such as an ocean, lake or pond.
  2. (from the perspective of one on a body of water) Land, usually near a port.
SHORES verb
  1. To set on shore.
SHORES noun
  1. A prop or strut supporting the weight or flooring above it.
SHORES verb
  1. (without up) To provide with support.
  2. (usually with up) To reinforce (something at risk of failure).
SHORES noun
  1. (Obsolete except in Hiberno-English) A sewer.
SHORES verb
  1. To warn or threaten.
  2. To offer.

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