Cryptic crossword clue
Torn to pieces, as may be a roof? 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Torn to pieces/as may be a roof?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case torn to pieces/as may be a roof? = slated.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
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What does SLATED mean?

SLATED verb
  1. To cover with slate.
  2. To criticise harshly.
  3. To schedule.
  4. To anticipate or strongly expect.
  5. To set a dog upon (a person).
SLATED adjective
  1. Scheduled

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