Cryptic crossword clue
Buckled under, skirting main point, before being off the record 12

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

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The straight part
We know that "off the record" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case off the record = unregistered.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does UNREGISTERED mean?

UNREGISTERED adjective
  1. Not registered.
UNREGISTERED verb
  1. To undo the process of registration for.
  2. To undo a registration process.

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