Cryptic crossword clue
For speech, snitch used space group scheduled, wasting time 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "For speech, snitch used" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case for speech, snitch used = nasalised.
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 NASALISED mean?

NASALISED verb
  1. To speak through the nose.
  2. To make a nasal sound when speaking.
  3. To lower the uvula so that air flows through the nose during the articulation of a speech sound.

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