Cryptic crossword clue
Stubborn little chap drank bottles 4-6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word SELF-WILLED

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The straight part
We know that "Stubborn" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case stubborn = self-willed.
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 SELF-WILLED mean?

SELF-WILLED adjective
  1. Obstinate; strong-minded; unyielding to the desires, concern or opinions of others.
  2. Possessing self-will; determined to pursue one's own desires or adhere to one's own opinion..

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