Cryptic crossword clue
Criticises model pupil, perhaps having erratic sense 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Criticises" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case criticises = satirises.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does SATIRISES mean?

SATIRISES verb
  1. To make a satire of; to mock.

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