Cryptic crossword clue
Not led by 12 after nastiness kicks off in Underground 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word UNGOVERNED

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

UNGOVERNED adjective
  1. Lacking a government.
  2. Lacking control or discipline.
  3. Lacking restraint.

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