Cryptic crossword clue
Got hold of shank? 9

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

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What does CONTACTED mean?

CONTACTED verb
  1. To touch; to come into physical contact with.
  2. To establish communication with something or someone

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