Cryptic crossword clue
Fear Italy may be torn by a lie 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "a lie" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case a lie = fairytale.
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 FAIRYTALE mean?

FAIRYTALE noun
  1. A folktale featuring fairies or similar fantasy characters.
  2. A story presented as true that is not believable.
FAIRYTALE adjective
  1. Of the nature of a fairy tale; as if from a fairy tale.

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