Cryptic crossword clue
The Reverend’s horse tells lies still 9

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

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What does STAGNATES mean?

STAGNATES verb
  1. To cease motion, activity, or progress:

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