Cryptic crossword clue
Big break from work one left earlier 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "Big break" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case big break = opportunity.
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 OPPORTUNITY mean?

OPPORTUNITY noun
  1. A chance for advancement, progress or profit.
  2. A favorable circumstance or occasion.
  3. (Euro-English) opportuneness

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