Cryptic crossword clue
Type that is breaking out? 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "breaking out?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case breaking out? = sortie.
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 SORTIE mean?

SORTIE noun
  1. An attack made by troops from a besieged position.
  2. An operational flight carried out by a single military aircraft.
  3. An attacking move
SORTIE verb
  1. To sally.

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