The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word UNREASONABLE
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The straight part
We know that "functioning with bias?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case functioning with bias? = unreasonable.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 UNREASONABLE mean?
UNREASONABLE adjective- Without the ability to reason; unreasoning.
- Not reasonable; going beyond what could be expected or asked for.