What does the cryptic crossword clue "Charles Schulz initially pitches … (6)" mean?

The definition is "pitches …". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. CHUCK (synonym of "Charles") + S (first letter of "Schulz") [first letter: "initially"]; definition: "pitches ..." The answer is CHUCKS.

Charles Schulz initially pitches … (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29175 | 24 Across | 2023-09-14 flower

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