Cryptic crossword clue
Act timidly as cat’s-paw 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Act timidly" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case act timidly = pussyfoot.
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 PUSSYFOOT mean?

PUSSYFOOT verb
  1. To move silently, stealthily, or furtively.
  2. To act timidly or cautiously.
  3. To use euphemistic language or circumlocution.

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