Cryptic crossword clue
Theatrical actor with dilemma to be resolved 12

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

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The straight part
We know that "Theatrical" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case theatrical = melodramatic.
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 MELODRAMATIC mean?

MELODRAMATIC adjective
  1. Of or pertaining to melodrama; like or suitable to a melodrama; unnatural in situation or action.
  2. Exaggeratedly emotional or sentimental.

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