Cryptic crossword clue
Servants making advances 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Servants/advances" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case servants/advances = retainers.
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 RETAINERS mean?

RETAINERS noun
  1. Any thing or person that retains.
  2. A dependent or follower of someone of rank.
  3. A paid servant, especially one who has been employed for many years.
  4. A fee one pays to reserve the other's time for services.
  5. A device that holds teeth in position after orthodontic treatment.

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