Cryptic crossword clue
Direct popular chap primarily employed in army intelligence 13

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

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The straight part
We know that "Direct" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case direct = instantaneous.
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 INSTANTANEOUS mean?

INSTANTANEOUS adjective
  1. Occurring, arising, or functioning without any delay; happening within an imperceptibly brief period of time.

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