Cryptic crossword clue
Unpleasant matter about right for filthy fashion? 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "filthy fashion" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case filthy fashion = grunge.
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 GRUNGE mean?

GRUNGE noun
  1. Dirt or filth, especially when difficult to clean.
  2. The state of being filthy; grubbiness.
  3. A subgenre of alternative rock, originating from Seattle, Washington, which melds punk and metal.

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