The answers are cryptic and anagrams
1. The girl takes two or three directions ( 6 letters )
2. A fine mess ( 6 letters )
3. The boat is not down ( 7 letters )
4. Sounds like you regret the insult ( 7 letters )
5. Store the mathematical term ( 5 & 4 letters )
6. He's off ( 7 letters )
7. I hear the opening will tilt ( 9 letters )
8. Metal sword ( 9 & 4 letters )
9. Arms store ( 8 letters )