Cryptic crossword clue
I’m not sure about stopping Joy copying 9

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

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

EMULATION noun
  1. The endeavor or desire to equal or excel someone else in qualities or actions.
  2. Jealous rivalry; envy; envious contention.
  3. Running a program or other software designed for a different system, by simulating parts of the other system.

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