Cryptic crossword clue
Delivery agent returned earthenware vase, filling bottles 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Delivery agent" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case delivery agent = lifesaver.
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 LIFESAVER mean?

LIFESAVER noun
  1. Someone or something that saves lives.
  2. Someone or something that is very useful or helpful.

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