Cryptic crossword clue
Jenny and Jack defend sinner making statement 12

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

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The straight part
We know that "making statement" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case making statement = asseverating.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does ASSEVERATING mean?

ASSEVERATING verb
  1. To declare earnestly, seriously, or positively; to affirm.

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