Cryptic crossword clue
Diminished worth of pamphlet during performance 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Diminished worth" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case diminished worth = detracted.
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 DETRACTED mean?

DETRACTED verb
  1. To take away; to withdraw or remove.
  2. To take credit or reputation from; to defame or decry.

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