Cryptic crossword clue
Niger unexpectedly invading 27 was vexing 9

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

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We know that "was vexing" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case was vexing = chagrined.
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What does CHAGRINED mean?

CHAGRINED verb
  1. To bother or vex; to mortify.
  2. To be vexed or annoyed.
CHAGRINED adjective
  1. Feeling chagrin (at something); vexed; fretful.

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