Cryptic crossword clue
Took a rise out of — or put one in? 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Took a rise out of" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case took a rise out of = ribbed.
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 RIBBED mean?

RIBBED verb
  1. To shape, support, or provide something with a rib or ribs.
  2. To tease or make fun of someone in a good-natured way.
  3. To enclose, as if with ribs, and protect; to shut in.
  4. To leave strips of undisturbed ground between the furrows in ploughing (land).
RIBBED adjective
  1. Having ribs.
  2. Intercalated with slate; said of a seam of coal.

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