Cryptic crossword clue
Left standing on public view, naked 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "Left standing" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case left standing = outstripped.
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 OUTSTRIPPED mean?

OUTSTRIPPED verb
  1. To outrun or leave behind.
  2. To exceed, excel or surpass.

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