Cryptic crossword clue
Calling for a declaration 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Calling/declaration" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case calling/declaration = profession.
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.
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What does PROFESSION mean?

PROFESSION noun
  1. A declaration of belief, faith or one's opinion, whether genuine or pretended.
  2. An occupation, trade, craft, or activity in which one has a professed expertise in a particular area; a job, especially one requiring a high level of skill or training.
  3. The practitioners of such an occupation collectively.
  4. A promise or vow made on entering a religious order.

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