Cryptic crossword clue
Forward planning to hug hot ref abroad 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "Forward planning" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case forward planning = forethought.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does FORETHOUGHT mean?

FORETHOUGHT verb
  1. To plan (something) in advance; think, consider, or contrive beforehand; prognosticate.
  2. To think about beforehand; to anticipate.
FORETHOUGHT noun
  1. Thinking beforehand or in advance, planning; prior or previous consideration; premeditation.
  2. Anticipation.
  3. Provident care; prudence.
FORETHOUGHT adjective
  1. Thought of, or planned, beforehand.

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