Cryptic crossword clue
State retains influence for public roads 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "public roads" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case public roads = expressways.
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 EXPRESSWAYS mean?

EXPRESSWAYS noun
  1. A divided highway where intersections and direct access to adjacent properties have been eliminated.
  2. (parts of the US) A road built to freeway standards.
  3. A road built for high speed traffic, but not up to motorway standards or designated a motorway.

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