Cryptic crossword clue
Restriction coming over time — it is an eye problem 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "an eye problem" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case an eye problem = retinitis.
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 RETINITIS mean?

RETINITIS noun
  1. Inflammation of the retina

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