Cryptic crossword clue
Run out of cash? Deliveries are kept on hold 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Run out of cash" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case run out of cash = overspend.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does OVERSPEND mean?

OVERSPEND noun
  1. The amount by which someone or something is overspent
OVERSPEND verb
  1. To spend too much money; especially, to spend more than one earns.

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