Cryptic crossword clue
Action to start set pieces is needed, they maintain 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word SERVICEMEN

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The straight part
We know that "they maintain" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case they maintain = servicemen.
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What does SERVICEMEN mean?

SERVICEMEN noun
  1. A man who serves in the armed forces.
  2. A person, especially a man, employed in service and maintenance of equipment.

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