Cryptic crossword clue
Giving work at least, involves device checking for example 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Giving work" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case giving work = employing.
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 EMPLOYING mean?

EMPLOYING verb
  1. To hire (somebody for work or a job).
  2. To use (somebody for a job, or something for a task).
  3. To make busy.

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