Cryptic crossword clue
Stunt spread in papers as expected

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

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

ANTICIPATED verb
  1. To act before (someone), especially to prevent an action.
  2. To take up or introduce (something) prematurely.
  3. To know of (something) before it happens; to expect.
  4. To eagerly wait for (something)
ANTICIPATED adjective
  1. Expected to arrive; scheduled

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