Cryptic crossword clue
Should say type of verb

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

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The straight part
We know that "Should say/type of verb" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case should say/type of verb = auxiliary.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does AUXILIARY mean?

AUXILIARY noun
  1. A person or group that acts in an auxiliary manner.
  2. A sailing vessel equipped with an engine.
  3. (grammar) An auxiliary verb.
  4. A marching band colorguard.
AUXILIARY adjective
  1. Helping; giving assistance or support.
  2. Supplementary or subsidiary.
  3. Held in reserve for exceptional circumstances.
  4. Of a ship, having both sails and an engine.
  5. (grammar) Relating to an auxiliary verb.

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