Loyal — cadet died (anag) (9)

I believe the answer is:

dedicated

(Other definitions for dedicated that I've seen before include "Determined" , "Customised" , "Devoted to a particular cause or purpose" , "Diligent" , "Devoted to a task or purpose" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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