Cryptic crossword clue
Drunk nearly crosses border, creating rumpus 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "rumpus" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case rumpus = shemozzle.
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 SHEMOZZLE mean?

SHEMOZZLE noun
  1. A state of chaos or confusion.
  2. A quarrel or rumpus.
SHEMOZZLE verb
  1. To scarper; to run away; to flee.

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