Cryptic crossword clue
Nasty trick to control husband for now  9

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

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The straight part
We know that "for now" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case for now = meanwhile.
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 MEANWHILE mean?

MEANWHILE noun
  1. The time between two events.
MEANWHILE adverb
  1. During the time that something is happening.
  2. At the same time, but elsewhere.
  3. In contrast or opposed to aspects previously mentioned.

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