Cryptic crossword clue
Hang around sides of playing surface for curling 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "curling" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case curling = crinkling.
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 CRINKLING mean?

CRINKLING verb
  1. To fold, crease, crumple, or wad.
  2. To rustle, as stiff cloth when moved.
CRINKLING noun
  1. The act or sound or something being crinkled.

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