Cryptic crossword clue
Plug I use with clip, desperate to cover opening in bath 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Plug" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case plug = publicise.
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 PUBLICISE mean?

PUBLICISE verb
  1. To make widely known to the public.
  2. To advertise, create publicity for.

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