Cryptic crossword clue
Try to use dodgy guarantor 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "guarantor/guarantor" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case guarantor/guarantor = surety.
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 SURETY mean?

SURETY noun
  1. Certainty.
  2. That which makes sure; that which confirms; ground of confidence or security.
  3. A promise to pay a sum of money in the event that another person fails to fulfill an obligation.
  4. One who undertakes to pay money or perform other acts in the event that his principal fails therein.
  5. A substitute; a hostage.
  6. Evidence; confirmation; warrant.

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