Cryptic crossword clue
Sack producer Marie knew to be dissipated 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Sack producer" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sack producer = winemaker.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does WINEMAKER mean?

WINEMAKER noun
  1. A person or company that makes wine

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