Cryptic crossword clue
Doctor read notes and responded sympathetically 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "responded sympathetically" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case responded sympathetically = resonated.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does RESONATED mean?

RESONATED verb
  1. To vibrate or sound, especially in response to another vibration.
  2. To have an effect or impact; to influence; to engender support.

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