Cryptic crossword clue
In favour of having been tried, but complained 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "complained" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case complained = protested.
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 PROTESTED mean?

PROTESTED verb
  1. To make a strong objection.
  2. To affirm (something).
  3. To object to.
  4. To call as a witness in affirming or denying, or to prove an affirmation; to appeal to.
  5. To make a solemn written declaration, in due form, on behalf of the holder, against all parties liable for any loss or damage to be sustained by non-acceptance or non-payment of (a bill or note). This should be made by a notary public, whose seal it is the usual practice to affix.
  6. To publish; to make known.

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