Cryptic crossword clue
Way to get entitlements? One claimed they’re not bent 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "they’re not bent" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case they’re not bent = straights.
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 STRAIGHTS mean?

STRAIGHTS noun
  1. Something that is not crooked or bent such as a part of a road or track.
  2. Five cards in sequence.
  3. A heterosexual.
  4. A normal person; someone in mainstream society.
  5. A cigarette, particularly one containing tobacco instead of marijuana. Also straighter.
STRAIGHTS verb
  1. To straighten.

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