Cryptic crossword clue
Cleared of stink, rogue scoundrel let out whiff 12

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

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The straight part
We know that "whiff" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case whiff = undercurrent.
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 UNDERCURRENT mean?

UNDERCURRENT noun
  1. A current of water which flows under the surface, and often in a different direction from surface currents.
  2. A tendency of feeling or opinion that is concealed rather than exposed.
UNDERCURRENT verb
  1. To flow under some surface.

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