Cryptic crossword clue
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The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 plus 1 letter word POSSESS} –

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does POSSESS} – mean?

POSSESS} – verb
  1. To have; to have ownership of.
  2. To take control of someone's body or mind, especially in a supernatural manner.
  3. (chiefly with of) To vest ownership in (someone, or oneself); to give someone power or knowledge; to acquaint; to inform.

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