Cryptic crossword clue
Got an exclusive about two students that searched for molluscs 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "searched for molluscs" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case searched for molluscs = scolloped.
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 SCOLLOPED mean?

SCOLLOPED verb
  1. To create or form an edge in the shape of a crescent or multiple crescents.
  2. To bake in a casserole (gratin), originally in a scallop shell; especially used in form scalloped
  3. To harvest scallops

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