Cryptic crossword clue
Throws dead remains 6

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

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What does DASHES mean?

1. Any of the following symbols: ‒ (figure dash), – (en dash), — (em dash), or ― (horizontal bar).
2. (by extension) The longer of the two symbols of Morse code.
3. A short run, flight.
4. A rushing or violent onset.
5. Violent strike; a whack.
6. A small quantity of a liquid substance etc.; less than 1/8 of a teaspoon.
7. (by extension) A slight admixture.
8. Ostentatious vigor.
9. A dashboard.
10. (Liberia) A bribe or gratuity; a gift.
11. A stand-in for a censored word, like "Devil" or "damn". (Compare deuce.)

1. To run quickly or for a short distance.
2. To leave or depart.
3. To destroy by striking (against).
4. To throw violently.
5. (sometimes figurative) To sprinkle; to splatter.
6. To mix, reduce, or adulterate, by throwing in something of an inferior quality.
7. (of hopes or dreams) To ruin; to destroy.
8. To dishearten; to sadden.
9. To complete hastily, usually with down or off.
10. To draw quickly; jot.

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