Cryptic crossword clue
Gemma getting less time for sorting out finances 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "sorting out finances" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sorting out finances = budgeting.
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 BUDGETING mean?

BUDGETING verb
  1. To construct or draw up a budget.
  2. To provide funds, allow for in a budget.
  3. To plan for the use of in a budget.
BUDGETING noun
  1. The activity of constructing a budget.

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