Cryptic crossword clue
Cast light on Irish judge accepting help in return 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Cast light on" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cast light on = irradiate.
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 IRRADIATE mean?

IRRADIATE verb
  1. To throw rays of light upon; to illuminate; to brighten; to adorn with luster.
  2. To enlighten intellectually; to illuminate.
  3. To animate by heat or light.
  4. To radiate, shed, or diffuse.
  5. To decorate with shining ornaments.
  6. To emit rays; to shine.
  7. To apply radiation to.
IRRADIATE adjective
  1. Illuminated; irradiated; made brilliant or splendid.

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