Cryptic crossword clue
Ape did less monkeying around, being thus 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "being thus" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case being thus = displeased.
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What does DISPLEASED mean?

DISPLEASED verb
  1. To make not pleased; to cause a feeling of disapprobation or dislike in; to be disagreeable to; to vex slightly.
  2. To give displeasure or offense.
  3. To fail to satisfy; to miss of.
DISPLEASED adjective
  1. Not pleased or happy with something.

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