Cryptic crossword clue
It’s corrupt, with governor bringing downfall 12

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

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The straight part
We know that "bringing downfall" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case bringing downfall = overthrowing.
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 OVERTHROWING mean?

OVERTHROWING verb
  1. To bring about the downfall of (a government, etc.), especially by force.
  2. To throw down to the ground, to overturn.
OVERTHROWING verb
  1. To throw (something) so that it goes too far.

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