Cryptic crossword clue
Switch positions round the oceans, when business is slack 3,6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 plus 6 letter word OFF SEASON

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What does OFF SEASON mean?

OFF SEASON noun
  1. That part of the year when business is most slack and there are fewest clients or visitors
  2. Period of time when regular competitions are not being held, or when an athlete is not participating in competitions.

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