Cryptic crossword clue
On foot, they’re bound to steal from depots for Spooner 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "On foot, they’re bound" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case on foot, they’re bound = bootlaces.
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 BOOTLACES mean?

BOOTLACES noun
  1. A long lace for fastening boots.
  2. A long, thin, chewy confectionery, typically with liquorice or fruit flavour.

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