Cryptic crossword clue
Not even a gymnast would use such bars 12

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

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The straight part
We know that "Not even" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case not even = asymmetrical.
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 ASYMMETRICAL mean?

ASYMMETRICAL adjective
  1. Not symmetrical.
  2. (of a question) Presenting a false dilemma, or a choice between two things which are not opposites.

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