Cryptic crossword clue
Speaking about cert being beaten is shocking 13

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word ELECTROCUTION

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The straight part
We know that "shocking" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case shocking = electrocution.
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 ELECTROCUTION mean?

ELECTROCUTION noun
  1. The accidental death or suicide by electric shock.
  2. Deliberate execution by electric shock, usually involving an electric chair.
  3. A severe electric shock, whether fatal or not.

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