Cryptic crossword clue
Savage female promises to accept returned Apple component 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Savage" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case savage = ferocious.
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 FEROCIOUS mean?

FEROCIOUS adjective
  1. Marked by extreme and violent energy.
  2. Extreme or intense.

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