Cryptic crossword clue
Controllable as he's snared vigorously 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Controllable" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case controllable = harnessed.
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 HARNESSED mean?

HARNESSED verb
  1. To place a harness on something; to tie up or restrain.
  2. To capture, control or put to use.
  3. To equip with armour.

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