Cryptic crossword clue
As per rules, report purchase, contract, then record the charge 2,3,4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 2 plus 3 plus 4 letter word BY THE BOOK

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The straight part
We know that "As per rules" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case as per rules = by the book.
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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