Cryptic crossword clue
I offend — act is naughty, creating ill-will 12

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

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The straight part
We know that "creating ill-will" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case creating ill-will = disaffection.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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Crossword Answer definitions

DISAFFECTION noun
  1. Discontent; unrest.
  2. Alienation; loss of loyalty.

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