The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word MISTRUSTS
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The straight part
We know that "suspicions" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case suspicions = mistrusts.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.
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What does MISTRUSTS mean?
MISTRUSTS verb- To have no confidence in (something or someone).
- To be wary, suspicious or doubtful of (something or someone).
- To suspect, to imagine or suppose (something) to be the case.
- To be suspicious.