Cryptic crossword clue
A reversal of work conditions for the unfaithful 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word APOSTATES

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The straight part
We know that "the unfaithful" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case the unfaithful = apostates.
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 APOSTATES mean?

APOSTATES noun
  1. A person who has renounced a religion or faith.
  2. One who, after having received sacred orders, renounces his clerical profession.

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