Cryptic crossword clue
Protecting popular government by bringing underwear back in time 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word HARBOURING

I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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What does HARBOURING mean?

HARBOURING verb
  1. To provide a harbor or safe place for.
  2. To take refuge or shelter in a protected expanse of water.
  3. To drive (a hunted stag) to covert.
  4. To hold or persistently entertain in one's thoughts or mind.

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