Cryptic crossword clue
Was a top performer embarrassed to be placed next to bad actors? 2-7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word CO-STARRED

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The straight part
We know that "Was a top performer" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case was a top performer = co-starred.
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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Crossword Answer definitions

CO-STARRED verb
  1. To perform with the billing of a costar.

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