Cryptic crossword clue
Orders for this month’s disturbances? 12

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word INSTRUCTIONS

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The straight part
We know that "Orders" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case orders = instructions.
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 INSTRUCTIONS mean?

INSTRUCTIONS noun
  1. The act of instructing, teaching, or furnishing with information or knowledge.
  2. An instance of the information or knowledge so furnished.
  3. An order or command.
  4. A single operation of a processor defined by an instruction set architecture.
  5. A set of directions provided by a manufacturer for the users of a product or service.

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