Cryptic crossword clue
It’s natural to get out of work if not challenged 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "not challenged" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case not challenged = unopposed.
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 UNOPPOSED mean?

UNOPPOSED adjective
  1. With no or little opposition
  2. Without an opponent.

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