Cryptic crossword clue
Evaluates a page and expresses approval 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Evaluates" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case evaluates = appraises.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does APPRAISES mean?

APPRAISES verb
  1. To determine the value or worth of something, particularly as a person appointed for this purpose.
  2. To consider comprehensively.
  3. To judge the performance of someone, especially a worker.
  4. To estimate; to conjecture.
  5. To praise; to commend.
APPRAISES verb
  1. To apprise, inform.

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