Cryptic crossword clue
Attempt falls short with old actor ignoring fine actresses 12

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word TRAGEDIENNES

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What does TRAGEDIENNES mean?

TRAGEDIENNES noun
  1. A female tragedian; a woman who acts in tragic drama

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