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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Sunday Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "It encourages" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case it encourages = incentive.
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 INCENTIVE mean?

INCENTIVE noun
  1. Something that motivates, rouses, or encourages.
  2. A bonus or reward, often monetary, to work harder.
INCENTIVE adjective
  1. Inciting; encouraging or moving; rousing to action; stimulating.
  2. Serving to kindle or set on fire.

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