Cryptic crossword clue
Frank exposes sack to a trace of nitroglycerine 9

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

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Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "Frank" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case frank = outspoken.
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 OUTSPOKEN mean?

OUTSPOKEN verb
  1. To surpass in speaking; say or express more than; signify or claim superiority to; be superior to in meaning or significance; speak louder than.
  2. To speak out or aloud.
  3. To declare; utter; express; vocalise.
OUTSPOKEN adjective
  1. Speaking, or spoken, freely, openly, or boldly; vocal; frank.

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