Cryptic crossword clue
Embarrass person of substance when lot includes forgery

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 plus 5 letter word FAT SHAME

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The straight part
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What does FAT SHAME mean?

FAT SHAME verb
  1. To deride or criticise someone's obesity.

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