The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word RE-ENTERS
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More clues leading to the result RE-ENTERS
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The straight part
We know that "Goes back in" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case goes back in = re-enters.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 RE-ENTERS mean?
RE-ENTERS verb- To enter again; return into.
- To enter again; retype, reinput.
- (engraving) To cut deeper where the aqua fortis has not bitten sufficiently.