The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word ASTHMATIC
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The straight part
We know that "Finding inspiration difficult, perhaps" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case finding inspiration difficult, perhaps = asthmatic.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 ASTHMATIC mean?
ASTHMATIC noun- A person who suffers from asthma.
- Having the characteristics of asthma, as in an "asthmatic cough".