The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word DISREPUTABLE
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The straight part
We know that "Dodgy" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case dodgy = disreputable.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does DISREPUTABLE mean?
DISREPUTABLE noun- A person who is not reputable.
- Not respectable, lacking repute; discreditable.