Cryptic crossword clue
Desires the first of your wages 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Desires" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case desires = yearnings.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does YEARNINGS mean?

YEARNINGS noun
  1. A wistful or melancholy longing.
YEARNINGS noun
  1. Rennet (an enzyme to curdle milk in order to make cheese).

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