Cryptic crossword clue
Damage I received in game is wretched – not a good match 11

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word MISMAR[R]IAGE

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The straight part
We know that "not a good match" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case not a good match = mismar[r]iage.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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Crossword Answer definitions

MISMAR[R]IAGE noun
  1. Bad or unsuitable marriage.

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