Cryptic crossword clue
One in field say returning with daughter — that’s like a certain daddy! 4-6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word LONG-LEGGED

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The straight part
We know that "like a certain daddy" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case like a certain daddy = long-legged.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does LONG-LEGGED mean?

LONG-LEGGED adjective
  1. Having long legs.
  2. Of an aircraft or ship: having large operational range.

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