Cryptic crossword clue
Exercise caution in the agreement — banks check for possible fraud 14

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 14 letter word AUTHENTICATION

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The straight part
We know that "check for possible fraud" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case check for possible fraud = authentication.
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 AUTHENTICATION mean?

AUTHENTICATION noun
  1. Something which validates or confirms the authenticity of something
  2. Proof of the identity of a user logging on to some network
  3. A hallmark or assay-mark on a piece of metalwork

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