Cryptic crossword clue
Examination board perhaps give third degree to academics, rest failing 11

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word QUIZMASTERS

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The straight part
We know that "Examination board perhaps" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case examination board perhaps = quizmasters.
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 QUIZMASTERS mean?

QUIZMASTERS noun
  1. A person who poses questions to contestants on a quiz show.

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