Cryptic crossword clue
Olympics figurehead of Columbia picture? 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "Olympics figurehead" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case olympics figurehead = torchbearer.
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 TORCHBEARER mean?

TORCHBEARER noun
  1. A person who carries a torch (flaming brand).
  2. (by extension) The leader of a campaign, or one who gives inspiration to others.

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