Cryptic crossword clue
Quietly going about without new covering 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "covering" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case covering = shrouding.
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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Crossword Answer definitions

SHROUDING verb
  1. To cover with a shroud.
  2. To conceal or hide from view, as if by a shroud.
  3. To take shelter or harbour.
SHROUDING verb
  1. To lop the branches from (a tree).
SHROUDING noun
  1. A shroud (annular plate at the periphery of a water wheel, forming side of bucket).

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