Cryptic crossword clue
Something from the sewer closed thoroughfare going through field 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Something from the sewer" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case something from the sewer = topstitch.
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 TOPSTITCH mean?

TOPSTITCH noun
  1. A sewing technique, most often used on garment edges such as necklines and hems, where it helps facings to stay in place and gives a crisp edge.
  2. An individual stitch of this kind.
TOPSTITCH verb
  1. To stitch in this fashion.

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