Cryptic crossword clue
To remove electrons from position is easy 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "To remove electrons" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case to remove electrons = ionise.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does IONISE mean?

IONISE verb
  1. To dissociate atoms or molecules into electrically charged species; to be thus dissociated.

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