Cryptic crossword clue
Having a go at living without politicians 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "Having a go at" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case having a go at = belabouring.
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 BELABOURING mean?

BELABOURING verb
  1. To labour about; labour over; work hard upon; ply diligently.
  2. To beat soundly; thump; beat someone.
  3. To attack someone verbally.
  4. To discuss something repeatedly; to harp on.

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