Cryptic crossword clue
Offended being blown by detectives 9

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

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

DISGUSTED verb
  1. To cause an intense dislike for something.
DISGUSTED adjective
  1. Filled with disgust
  2. Irritated and out of patience

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