Cryptic crossword clue
Daughter is poorly treated, keeping one subject to being let-down 13

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word DISILLUSIONED

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Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "let-down" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case let-down = disillusioned.
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 DISILLUSIONED mean?

DISILLUSIONED verb
  1. To free or deprive of illusion; to disenchant.
DISILLUSIONED adjective
  1. Disappointed; experiencing disillusionment; having lost one's illusions.

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