The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word OUTMANOEUVRES
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The straight part
We know that "Gets the better of" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case gets the better of = outmanoeuvres.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 OUTMANOEUVRES mean?
OUTMANOEUVRES verb- To surpass, or get the advantage of, in manoeuvring; to outgeneral.