The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 plus 1 letter word INTENSE} –
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does INTENSE} – mean?
INTENSE} – adjective- Strained; tightly drawn.
- Strict, very close or earnest.
- Extreme in degree; excessive.
- Extreme in size or strength.
- Stressful and tiring.
- Very severe.
- Very emotional or passionate.