Cryptic crossword clue
Running sap, a tree’s branches 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "branches" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case branches = separates.
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 SEPARATES mean?

SEPARATES noun
  1. (usually in the plural) Anything that is sold by itself, especially an article of clothing.
SEPARATES verb
  1. To divide (a thing) into separate parts.
  2. To disunite from a group or mass; to disconnect.
  3. To cause (things or people) to be separate.
  4. To divide itself into separate pieces or substances.
  5. To set apart; to select from among others, as for a special use or service.

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