Cryptic crossword clue
Somehow prove it hurts the Queen to conquer 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "conquer" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case conquer = overpower.
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 OVERPOWER mean?

OVERPOWER verb
  1. To subdue someone by superior force.
  2. To excel or exceed in power; to cause to yield; to subdue.
  3. To render imperceptible by means of greater strength, intensity etc.
  4. To make excessively powerful.

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