Cryptic crossword clue
What may give some partners no rest 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "What may give some partners no rest" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case what may give some partners no rest = snores.
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 SNORES mean?

SNORES noun
  1. The act of snoring, and the noise produced.
  2. An extremely boring person or event.
SNORES verb
  1. To breathe during sleep with harsh, snorting noises caused by vibration of the soft palate.

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