Cryptic crossword clue
Peevish Queen reformed rule over America 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Peevish" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case peevish = querulous.
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 QUERULOUS mean?

QUERULOUS adjective
  1. Often complaining; suggesting a complaint in expression; fretful, whining.

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