The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word SKYSCRAPER
I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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More clues leading to the result SKYSCRAPER
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The straight part
We know that "one with many stories" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case one with many stories = skyscraper.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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does SKYSCRAPER mean?
SKYSCRAPER noun- A very tall building with a large number of floors.
- A small sail atop a mast of a ship; a triangular skysail.
- Anything very tall or high.