Cryptic crossword clue
Discontinues for a time supporting scoundrels 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Discontinues for a time" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case discontinues for a time = prorogues.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does PROROGUES mean?

PROROGUES verb
  1. To suspend (a parliamentary session) or to discontinue the meetings of (an assembly, parliament etc.) without formally ending the session.
  2. To defer.
  3. To prolong or extend.

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