Cryptic crossword clue
New gal on deck we indicate recognition of 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "indicate recognition of" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case indicate recognition of = acknowledge.
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 ACKNOWLEDGE mean?

ACKNOWLEDGE verb
  1. To admit the knowledge of; to recognize as a fact or truth; to declare one's belief in
  2. To own or recognize in a particular quality, character or relationship; to admit the claims or authority of; to give recognition to.
  3. To be grateful of (e.g. a benefit or a favour)
  4. To report (the receipt of a message to its sender).
  5. To own as genuine or valid; to assent to (a legal instrument) to give it validity; to avow or admit in legal form.

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