Cryptic crossword clue
Balance I found in contrary attitude 12

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

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The straight part
We know that "Balance" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case balance = counterpoise.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does COUNTERPOISE mean?

COUNTERPOISE noun
  1. A weight sufficient to balance another, for example in the opposite end of scales; an equal weight.
  2. An equal power or force acting in opposition; a force sufficient to balance another force.
  3. The relation of two weights or forces which balance each other; equilibrium
COUNTERPOISE verb
  1. To act against with equal weight; to equal in weight; to balance the weight of; to counterbalance.
  2. To act against with equal power; to balance.

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