Cryptic crossword clue
Slow turtle can, surprisingly 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Slow/ turtle can, surprisingly (9)" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case slow/ turtle can, surprisingly (9) = reluctant.
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 RELUCTANT mean?

RELUCTANT adjective
  1. Opposing; offering resistance (to).
  2. Not wanting to take some action; unwilling.
  3. Tending to match as little text as possible.

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