Cryptic crossword clue
Translation I altered slightly in passing 12

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "in passing" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case in passing = transitional.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does TRANSITIONAL mean?

TRANSITIONAL adjective
  1. Of, or relating to a transition
  2. Temporary; pending the implementation of something new

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