Cryptic crossword clue
Releases remains after relative essentially expired 9

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

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What does UNLEASHES mean?

UNLEASHES verb
  1. To free from a leash, or as from a leash.
  2. To let go; to release.
  3. To precipitate; to bring about.

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