Cryptic crossword clue
One girl sadly without sex appeal hanging around for client? 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "hanging around for client?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case hanging around for client? = loitering.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does LOITERING mean?

LOITERING verb
  1. To stand about without any aim or purpose; to stand about idly.
  2. To remain at a certain place instead of moving on.
  3. For an aircraft to remain in the air near a target.
LOITERING noun
  1. The action of the verb loiter.

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