Cryptic crossword clue
Protects latest from mole, controversially — stamping this on document? 3-6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word TOP-SECRET

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The straight part
We know that "this on document" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case this on document = top-secret.
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 TOP-SECRET mean?

TOP-SECRET adjective
  1. Having the highest secrecy classification.

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