Cryptic crossword clue
Fed up with wondering if leader’s been deleted, as Guardian is? 9

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

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What does DEFENSIVE mean?

DEFENSIVE noun
  1. A means, attitude or position of defense.
DEFENSIVE adjective
  1. Intended for defence; protective.
  2. Intended to deter attack.
  3. Performed so as to minimise risk.
  4. Displaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism or intrusion.
  5. Of a bowling or fielding tactic designed to prevent the other side from scoring runs; of a batting tactic designed to prevent being out.
  6. Pertaining to defense, as opposed to attack.
  7. In a state or posture of defense.

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