Cryptic crossword clue
Mikita gets out of deadlocks 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "deadlocks" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case deadlocks = standoffs.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does STANDOFFS mean?

STANDOFFS noun
  1. A device which maintains a fixed distance between two objects, especially between a surface and a sign or electrical wiring.
  2. A deadlocked confrontation between antagonists (see stand off and verb below).

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