Cryptic crossword clue
Fail to hit one in a very long time? They get put out 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "They get put out" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case they get put out = emissions.
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 EMISSIONS mean?

EMISSIONS noun
  1. Something which is emitted or sent out; issue.
  2. The act of emitting; the act of sending forth or putting into circulation.

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