Cryptic crossword clue
Ultimately deficient stock gets one worker begging 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "begging" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case begging = suppliant.
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 SUPPLIANT mean?

SUPPLIANT noun
  1. One who pleads or requests earnestly.
SUPPLIANT adjective
  1. Entreating with humility.
  2. Supplying; auxiliary.

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