Cryptic crossword clue
Heatedly dispute key before involving jazz fan 9

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

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What does ALTERCATE mean?

ALTERCATE verb
  1. To argue, quarrel or wrangle.

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