Cryptic crossword clue
In Asia, drug distributed after I left by those in charge 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "those in charge" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case those in charge = guardians.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does GUARDIANS mean?

GUARDIANS noun
  1. Someone who guards, watches over, or protects.
  2. A person legally responsible for a minor (in loco parentis).
  3. A person legally responsible for an incompetent person.
  4. A superior in a Franciscan monastery.
  5. A major or final enemy; boss.

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