Cryptic crossword clue
Showing a slight tinge, metal smoked, keeping temperature well up 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Showing a slight tinge" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case showing a slight tinge = tinctured.
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 TINCTURED mean?

TINCTURED verb
  1. To stain or impregnate (something) with color.
  2. To tinge; to taint.
  3. To soak (an organic substance) in alcohol or another liquid to produce a tincture.

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