Cryptic crossword clue
Late shift initially boxes style of pizza — delivers without emotion 4-4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word DEAD-PANS

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The straight part
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Crossword Answer definitions

DEAD-PANS noun
  1. A style of comedic delivery in which something humorous is said or done while not exhibiting a change in emotion or facial expression.
DEAD-PANS verb
  1. To express (oneself) in an impassive or expressionless manner.

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