Cryptic crossword clue
Cancel bar crew days 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "Cancel" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cancel = countermand.
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 COUNTERMAND mean?

COUNTERMAND noun
  1. An order to the contrary of a previous one.
COUNTERMAND verb
  1. To revoke (a former command); to cancel or rescind by giving an order contrary to one previously given.
  2. To recall a person or unit with such an order.
  3. To prohibit.
  4. To oppose; to revoke the command of.

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