Cryptic crossword clue
Weak-minded person to finish late, falling short 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Weak-minded person" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case weak-minded person = dotard.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does DOTARD mean?

DOTARD noun
  1. An old person with impaired intellect; one in his or her dotage.
  2. One who dotes on another, showing excessive fondness.

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