Cryptic crossword clue
Objects fired in fear, then war erupting 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "Objects fired" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case objects fired = earthenware.
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 EARTHENWARE mean?

EARTHENWARE noun
  1. An opaque, semi-porous ceramic made from clay and other compounds.

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