Cryptic crossword clue
Silent a lot, except if given drink initially 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Silent" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case silent = soundless.
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 SOUNDLESS mean?

SOUNDLESS adjective
  1. Without sound.
  2. Not capable of being sounded or fathomed.

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