Cryptic crossword clue
Name grand Frenchman on the rise that’s very active 9

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "very active" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case very active = energetic.
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 ENERGETIC mean?

ENERGETIC adjective
  1. Possessing or pertaining to energy.
  2. Characterised by force or vigour; full of energy; lively, vigorous.
  3. Having powerful effects; efficacious, potent.

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