Cryptic crossword clue
Using devious ways, wily Yanks capture head of evildoers 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Using devious ways" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case using devious ways = sneaky.
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 SNEAKY mean?

SNEAKY noun
  1. Any device used for covert surveillance.
SNEAKY adjective
  1. Difficult to catch due to constantly outwitting the adversaries
  2. Dishonest; deceitful.

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