Related Clues:

• Let it be about nine, but not in the strict sense
• One crooked line and ten more? Strictly speaking, not
• Not strictly speaking, ten hidden under the Nile
• Not, strictly speaking, let about nine
• Let it not be harsh about nine
• 'Let it be about nine and let one off, perhaps (7)'
• Let it be about 9, but not strictly speaking
• Merciful or tolerant
• Mid-evening in days before Easter can be quite mild
• Pole that's put in fast — that's not too hard
• Clement - forbearing
• Mild and tolerant
• Inclined to let people off lightly
• Compassionate, forgiving
• Forgiving and compassionate