Cryptic crossword clue
Actually, posh learner hides answer, producing poor results 11

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word INEFFECTUAL

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The straight part
We know that "producing poor results" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case producing poor results = ineffectual.
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 INEFFECTUAL mean?

INEFFECTUAL adjective
  1. Unable or insufficient to produce effect.
  2. Worthless.
  3. Weak, indecisive; lacking forcefulness.

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