Cryptic crossword clue
Writer of piece returned grant 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Writer" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case writer = mantel.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does MANTEL mean?

MANTEL noun
  1. The shelf above a fireplace which may be also a structural support for the masonry of the chimney.
  2. A maneuver to surmount a ledge, involving pushing down on the ledge to bring up the body. Also called a mantelshelf.
MANTEL verb
  1. To surmount a ledge by pushing down on the ledge to bring up the body.

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