The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word ASPIRATIONS
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The straight part
We know that "Hopes" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case hopes = aspirations.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 ASPIRATIONS mean?
ASPIRATIONS noun- The act of aspiring or ardently desiring; an ardent wish or desire, chiefly after what is elevated or spiritual (with common adjunct adpositions being to and of).
- The action of aspirating.
- A burst of air that follows the release of some consonants.