Cryptic crossword clue
Contents of 9 are left out, as blank page added 9

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

I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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The straight part
We know that "blank page added" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case blank page added = interleaf.
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 INTERLEAF mean?

INTERLEAF noun
  1. A leaf, often of tissue paper or other thin paper, inserted between the pages of a book to protect illustrations.
  2. A sheet of paper or cardboard, placed between layers on a pallet to create a cohesive structure.
INTERLEAF verb
  1. Same as interleave

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