Cryptic crossword clue
Fear suggestion to withhold passport? 12

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word INTIMIDATION

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The straight part
We know that "Fear" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case fear = intimidation.
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 INTIMIDATION mean?

INTIMIDATION noun
  1. The act of making timid or fearful or of deterring by threats; the state of being intimidated

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