Cryptic crossword clue
Energy-filled writer is bit of a tool

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word PEEN

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The straight part
We know that "bit of a tool" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case bit of a tool = peen.
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 PEEN mean?

PEEN noun
  1. The (often spherical) end of the head of a hammer opposite the main hammering end.
PEEN verb
  1. To shape metal by striking it, especially with a peen.
PEEN noun
  1. Penis.

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