Cryptic crossword clue
Bulk of ambassador’s son protecting a provider of 1 down 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Bulk" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case bulk = heaviness.
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 HEAVINESS mean?

HEAVINESS noun
  1. The state of being heavy; weight, weightiness, force of impact or gravity.
  2. Oppression; dejectedness, sadness; low spirits.
  3. Drowsiness.

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