Cryptic crossword clue
Cutting off partner no longer sending emails, say 15

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 15 letter word EXCOMMUNICATING

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The straight part
We know that "Cutting off" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cutting off = excommunicating.
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 EXCOMMUNICATING mean?

EXCOMMUNICATING verb
  1. To officially exclude someone from membership of a church or religious community.
  2. To exclude from any other group; to banish.

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