Cryptic crossword clue
Particular joke, one getting fired after a setback in company 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Particular" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case particular = punctilio.
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 PUNCTILIO mean?

PUNCTILIO noun
  1. A fine point in exactness of conduct, ceremony or procedure. Strictness in observance of formalities.

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