Cryptic crossword clue
Physically escort amphibian protest 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Physically escort" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case physically escort = frogmarch.
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 FROGMARCH mean?

FROGMARCH noun
  1. The process of frogmarching a person.
FROGMARCH verb
  1. To march or force a person forward while holding their arms from behind or the side, as a prisoner.
  2. To force a person forward against their will.
  3. (formerly) To carry a person face-down with one person holding each limb.
  4. To forcibly relocate a person, especially in a degrading or humiliating manner.

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