Cryptic crossword clue
Is nice try, though scrappy, in truth

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

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

SINCERITY noun
  1. The quality or state of being sincere; honesty of mind or intention; freedom from simulation, hypocrisy, disguise, or false pretense.

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