Cryptic crossword clue
Academic dreaded having no answer to be presented

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word PROFFERED

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The straight part
We know that "presented" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case presented = proffered.
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 PROFFERED mean?

PROFFERED verb
  1. To offer for acceptance; to propose to give; to make a tender of.
  2. To attempt or essay of one's own accord; to undertake or propose to undertake.

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