Cryptic crossword clue
Mum’s turning to catch foolish trickery 11

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

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What does SHENANIGANS mean?

SHENANIGANS noun
  1. A deceitful confidence trick, or mischief causing discomfort or annoyance.
SHENANIGANS noun
  1. Mischievous play, especially by children.
  2. Deceitful tricks; trickery, games.

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