Cryptic crossword clue
Being obstinate, managed to stop extremely curt article being rewritten 12

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

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The straight part
We know that "Being obstinate" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case being obstinate = recalcitrant.
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 RECALCITRANT mean?

RECALCITRANT noun
  1. A person who is recalcitrant.
RECALCITRANT adjective
  1. Marked by a stubborn unwillingness to obey authority.
  2. Unwilling to cooperate socially.
  3. Difficult to deal with or to operate.
  4. (of seed, pollen, spores) Not viable for an extended period; damaged by drying or freezing.

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