Cryptic crossword clue
Star US student, prudish when gulping beer down 13

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

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The straight part
We know that "Star US student" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case star us student = valedictorian.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does VALEDICTORIAN mean?

VALEDICTORIAN noun
  1. (properly) The individual in a graduating class who delivers the farewell or valedictory address, often the person who graduates with the highest grades.
  2. The individual in a graduating class who graduates with the highest grades.

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