Cryptic crossword clue
Disc, very loud, put on behind the scenes 3-5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word OFF-STAGE

I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
O
F
F
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S
T
A
G
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What does OFF-STAGE mean?

OFF-STAGE adjective
  1. Of, or relating to that part of a stage not visible to the audience.
  2. Of, or relating to the private life of a celebrity.
OFF-STAGE adverb
  1. Taking place offstage (as above)

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