Cryptic crossword clue
Like some medicine that’s bad for him – too cheap 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "Like some medicine" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case like some medicine = homeopathic.
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 HOMEOPATHIC mean?

HOMEOPATHIC noun
  1. Any of the diluted remedies used in homeopathy.
HOMEOPATHIC adjective
  1. Of or pertaining to homeopathy.
  2. Extremely dilute, insipid.

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