The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word CROSS-EXAMINE
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Buddy explains!
The straight part
We know that "grill" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case grill = cross-examine.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 CROSS-EXAMINE mean?
CROSS-EXAMINE verb- To question (someone) closely in order to verify facts, or information previously given.
- To question a trial witness who has already been questioned by the other side.