Cryptic crossword clue
What you’d expect to put down in one sort of bet 6

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

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What does PARLAY mean?

PARLAY noun
  1. (originally United States) A bet or series of bets where the stake and winnings are cumulatively carried forward; an accumulator.
PARLAY verb
  1. To carry forward the stake and winnings from a bet on to a subsequent wager or series of wagers.
  2. (by extension) To increase (an asset, money, etc.) by gambling or investing in a daring manner.
  3. (by extension, generally) To convert (a situation, thing, etc.) into something better.
PARLAY verb
  1. To have a discussion, especially one between enemies.

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