Cryptic crossword clue
Fined writer for refusing ladies  9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Fined" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case fined = penalised.
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 PENALISED mean?

PENALISED adjective
  1. Subject to a penalty as a punishment
PENALISED verb
  1. To subject to a penalty, especially for the infringement of a rule or regulation.
  2. To impose a handicap on.

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