Cryptic crossword clue
Showing respect if no choir performing 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Showing respect" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case showing respect = honorific.
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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What does HONORIFIC mean?

HONORIFIC noun
  1. A title. (e.g., Mister, Misses, Doctor, Professor)
  2. A term of respect; respectful language.
  3. A word or word form expressing the speaker's respect for the hearer or the referent.
HONORIFIC adjective
  1. Showing or conferring honour and respect.
  2. Based on or valuing honor

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