Cryptic crossword clue
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The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word STAFFING

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does STAFFING mean?

STAFFING verb
  1. To supply (a business, volunteer organization, etc.) with employees or staff members.
STAFFING noun
  1. The practice of hiring and firing staff
  2. The personnel required for some project

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