Cryptic crossword clue
John on flip side is regarded as saint 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "regarded as saint" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case regarded as saint = canonised.
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 CANONISED mean?

CANONISED verb
  1. To declare (a deceased person) as a saint, and enter them into the canon of saints.
  2. To regard as a saint; to glorify, to exalt to the highest honour.
  3. To formally declare (a piece of religious writing) to be part of the biblical canon.
  4. (by extension) To regard (an artistic or written work) as one of a group of works representative of a particular field.
  5. Especially of a church: to give official approval to; to authorize, to sanction.

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