Cryptic crossword clue
Heavy hitters from police taking Labour leader for oddly Tory meals 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "meals" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case meals = luncheons.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does LUNCHEONS mean?

LUNCHEONS noun
  1. A formal meal served in the middle of the day.
  2. Any midday meal; lunch.
  3. A lump of food.
  4. A portion of food taken at any time except at a regular meal; an informal or light repast.

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