Cryptic crossword clue
Awkward brute is interrupting office task, a delaying tactic 13

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word FILIBUSTERING

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "a delaying tactic" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case a delaying tactic = filibustering.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does FILIBUSTERING mean?

FILIBUSTERING verb
  1. To take part in a private military action in a foreign country.
  2. To use obstructionist tactics in a legislative body.

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