Cryptic crossword clue
Possible to catch criminal showing docility 12

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

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The straight part
We know that "Possible to catch" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case possible to catch = contractable.
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 CONTRACTABLE mean?

CONTRACTABLE adjective
  1. Capable of being contracted (in various senses).

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