Cryptic crossword clue
Tormenting, as crossword compilers are supposed to 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Tormenting" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tormenting = besetting.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does BESETTING mean?

BESETTING verb
  1. To surround or hem in.
  2. (sometimes figurative) To attack or assail, especially from all sides.
  3. To decorate something with jewels etc.
  4. Of a ship, to get trapped by ice.
BESETTING noun
  1. The act of one who besets or attacks.
BESETTING adjective
  1. Deeply rooted; persistent.
  2. Obsessive

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