Cryptic crossword clue
One getting into orbit as moon shot is constrained by economy 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "One getting into orbit" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case one getting into orbit = cosmonaut.
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 COSMONAUT mean?

COSMONAUT noun
  1. An astronaut, especially a Russian or Soviet one.

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