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1d key turned up yet agent, 6 letters. I have d-p---
2d sturdy binding - is it strapping? 9 letters - I have s-r---ing
11a decorative bow reaches peak at speed 7 letters
I gave ----n-t

Thank you in advance

11 topknot?
strapping looks OK

The other looks like DEPUTY. It's almost (though not quite) a hidden word, so some more trickery must be involved.

Thank you Chrise your help is much appreciated.