Cryptic crossword clue
Painter is drinking gallons with energy to draw 9

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

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

MAGNETISE verb
  1. To make magnetic.
  2. To become magnetic.
  3. To hypnotize using mesmerism.
  4. To attract, allure or entice; to captivate or entrance.

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