Cryptic crossword clue
Seizure, and doctor's initial effort to stop it 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Seizure" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case seizure = distraint.
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 DISTRAINT mean?

DISTRAINT noun
  1. The legal right of a landlord to seize the property of a tenant in the event of nonpayment of rent.

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