Cryptic crossword clue
Unhappiness shown by daughter over dismissal 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Unhappiness" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case unhappiness = dejection.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does DEJECTION mean?

DEJECTION noun
  1. A state of melancholy or depression; low spirits, the blues.
  2. The act of humbling or abasing oneself.
  3. A low condition; weakness; inability.
  4. Defecation or feces.

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