Cryptic crossword clue
Putting back in range — isn’t it cooked? 11

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Sunday Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Putting back" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case putting back = reinstating.
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 REINSTATING mean?

REINSTATING verb
  1. To restore to a former position or rank.
  2. To bring back into use or existence; resurrect.

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