Cryptic crossword clue
Extremely scruffy taxi drivers start off by hotel in street 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Extremely scruffy" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case extremely scruffy = shabbiest.
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 SHABBIEST mean?

SHABBIEST adjective
  1. Torn or worn; unkempt.
  2. Clothed with ragged, much worn, or soiled garments.
  3. Mean; paltry; despicable.

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