Cryptic crossword clue
Thatcher‘s revolting for jailing opposition leader and the Queen 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Thatcher" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case thatcher = roofer.
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 ROOFER mean?

ROOFER noun
  1. A craftsman who lays, or repairs roofs.
  2. A daredevil who performs stunts on tops of skyscrapers.

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