Cryptic crossword clue
Perform top parts, for crying out loud! 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "crying out loud" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case crying out loud = screaming.
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 SCREAMING mean?

SCREAMING verb
  1. To cry out with a shrill voice; to utter a sudden, sharp outcry, or shrill, loud cry, as in fright or extreme pain; to shriek; to screech.
  2. To move quickly; to race.
  3. To be very indicative of; clearly having the characteristics of.
SCREAMING noun
  1. A scream.
SCREAMING adjective
  1. Loud, sharp, and piercing to the ear.
  2. Obvious; distinct.
  3. Effeminate, flamboyant or otherwise obviously gay.

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