Cryptic crossword clue
Speak with vet before examining body 12

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

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The straight part
We know that "examining body" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case examining body = inspectorate.
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 INSPECTORATE mean?

INSPECTORATE noun
  1. An organized group of inspectors.
  2. The office of an inspector.
  3. The jurisdiction of an inspector.

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