Cryptic crossword clue
Blaming a number before making sure 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Blaming" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case blaming = censuring.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does CENSURING mean?

CENSURING verb
  1. To criticize harshly.
  2. To formally rebuke.
  3. To form or express a judgment in regard to; to estimate; to judge.
CENSURING noun
  1. An act of censure.

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