The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 plus 5 letter word COME ALONG
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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More clues leading to the result COME ALONG
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The straight part
We know that "Hurry/to make progress" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case hurry/to make progress = come along.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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does COME ALONG mean?
COME ALONG noun- A type of hand-operated winch used, for example, to tighten straps, chains, or ropes.
- A type of hold used to restrain an opponent.