Cryptic crossword clue
Challenger, perhaps, following judge a source of new ideas? 5,4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 plus 4 letter word THINK TANK

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What does THINK TANK mean?

THINK TANK noun
  1. A group of people who collectively perform research and develop reports and recommendations on topics relating to strategic planning or public policy, and which is usually funded by corporate, government, or special interests.
THINK TANK verb
  1. To perform research and develop recommendations as part of a think tank.

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