Cryptic crossword clue
Irish figures reel as punch is thrown 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "Irish figures" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case irish figures = leprechauns.
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 LEPRECHAUNS mean?

LEPRECHAUNS noun
  1. (Irish folklore) One of a race of elves that can reveal hidden treasure to those who catch them.

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