The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word MOVERS
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The straight part
We know that "They might help with transitions" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case they might help with transitions = movers.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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does MOVERS mean?
MOVERS noun- Someone who or something that moves.
- A dancer.
- A person employed to help people move their possessions from one residence to another.
- Someone who proposes a motion at a meeting.