Cryptic crossword clue
Something needed for drying out after freak accidents 9

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

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What does DESICCANT mean?

DESICCANT noun
  1. A substance (such as calcium oxide or silica gel) that is used as a drying agent because of its high affinity for water.
DESICCANT adjective
  1. Causing dryness.

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