Cryptic crossword clue
Butcher in tie almost getting commendation 11

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

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

TESTIMONIAL noun
  1. A statement, especially one given under oath; testimony
  2. A written recommendation of someone's worth or character
  3. A tribute given in appreciation of someone's service etc.
  4. A match played in tribute to a particular player (who sometimes receives a proportion of the gate money).
TESTIMONIAL adjective
  1. Serving as testimony.

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