The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word INEXTRICABLY
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The straight part
We know that "With no means of escape" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case with no means of escape = inextricably.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 INEXTRICABLY mean?
INEXTRICABLY adverb- In an inextricable manner.
- To an inextricable degree.