The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word HOWSOEVER
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The straight part
We know that "in any manner" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case in any manner = howsoever.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 HOWSOEVER mean?
HOWSOEVER adverb- Regardless of the way in which.
- In any manner whatsoever.
- To whatever degree or extent.