Cryptic crossword clue
Supported DUP, the old leaders having gone 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Supported" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case supported = upheld.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does UPHELD mean?

UPHELD verb
  1. To hold up; to lift on high; to elevate.
  2. To keep erect; to support; to sustain; to keep from falling
  3. To support by approval or encouragement, to confirm (something which has been questioned)

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