Cryptic crossword clue
Vitamin had better be paid for 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "paid for" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case paid for = bought.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does BOUGHT mean?

BOUGHT verb
  1. To obtain (something) in exchange for money or goods
  2. To obtain by some sacrifice.
  3. To bribe.
  4. To be equivalent to in value.
  5. To accept as true; to believe
  6. To make a purchase or purchases, to treat (for a meal)
  7. To make a bluff, usually a large one.
BOUGHT noun
  1. A bend; flexure; curve; a hollow angle.
  2. A bend or hollow in a human or animal body.
  3. A curve or bend in a river, mountain chain, or other geographical feature.
  4. The part of a sling that contains the stone.
  5. A fold, bend, or coil in a tail, snake's body etc.

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