Cryptic crossword clue
Drawing: Seurat's and Ingres's first calling 9

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

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What does SIPHONING mean?

SIPHONING verb
  1. To transfer (liquid) by means of a siphon.
  2. To steal or skim off in small amounts; to embezzle.

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