Cryptic crossword clue
Maybe too much salt is dangerous 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Maybe too much salt is/dangerous" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case maybe too much salt is/dangerous = unhealthy.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does UNHEALTHY mean?

UNHEALTHY adjective
  1. Characterized by, or conducive to poor health
  2. Sick or ill
  3. Tending to corrupt
  4. Characterized by disturbed mental health

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