In discussion, quote some local legends (6)
I believe the answer is:
allege
'in discussion quote' is the definition.
'allege' can be an answer for 'quote' (thesaurus). I am not certain of the 'in discussion' bit.
'some local legends' is the wordplay.
'some' says the answer is hidden in the clue (some of the parts of the word are used).
'ALLEGE' is hidden in the letters of 'local legends'.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for allege that I've seen before include "Declare without being able to prove" , "Aver - maintain" , "Swear" , "Declare or accuse without proof" , "State as a fact without proof" .)