Cryptic crossword clue
Best perhaps to pay danseuse, in a cast 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Best perhaps" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case best perhaps = footballer.
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 FOOTBALLER mean?

FOOTBALLER noun
  1. One who plays association football.

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