Cryptic crossword clue
Goalies off to catch Jerry? Excuses to be made! 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Excuses to be made! (" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case excuses to be made! ( = apologies.
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 APOLOGIES mean?

APOLOGIES noun
  1. An expression of remorse or regret for having said or done something that harmed another: an instance of apologizing (saying that one is sorry).
  2. A formal justification, defence.
  3. Anything provided as a substitute; a makeshift.
APOLOGIES interjection
  1. Expresses regret, remorse, or sorrow.
  2. Used to correct oneself in speech.

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