Cryptic crossword clue
One in leading group savage about Liberal boasting 9

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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The straight part
We know that "boasting" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case boasting = vainglory.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does VAINGLORY mean?

VAINGLORY noun
  1. Excessive vanity.
  2. Boastful, unwarranted pride in one's accomplishments or qualities.
  3. Vain, ostentatious display.
  4. A regarding of oneself with undue favor.
VAINGLORY verb
  1. To boast; to act in a vain manner.

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