Cryptic crossword clue
Dark flower cut for such hats 9

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "such hats" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case such hats = sombreros.
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 SOMBREROS mean?

SOMBREROS noun
  1. A kind of hat with a high conical or cylindrical crown and a saucer-shaped brim, highly embroidered, made of plush felt.
  2. A mixed drink with coffee liqueur and cream.
  3. A series of four consecutive strikes.

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