Cryptic crossword clue
Rotten cedar tree brought back to life 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "brought back to life" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case brought back to life = recreated.
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 RECREATED mean?

RECREATED verb
  1. To give new life, energy or encouragement (to); to refresh, enliven.
  2. To enjoy or entertain oneself.
  3. To take recreation.
RECREATED verb
  1. To create anew.

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