Cryptic crossword clue
Lazy, and lacking a work pattern 9

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Lazy" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case lazy = shiftless.
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 SHIFTLESS mean?

SHIFTLESS adjective
  1. Lazy, unmotivated
  2. Untrustworthy as a result of being incompetent at the job
  3. Destitute of shifts or expedients; lacking proper means

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