The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word SAWHORSES
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More clues leading to the result SAWHORSES
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The straight part
We know that "Cuts may be supported by these" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cuts may be supported by these = sawhorses.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 SAWHORSES mean?
SAWHORSES noun- A structure with a crosspiece used to support timber or other material for working.