Cryptic crossword clue
Carol nets fish, managing boat 10

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

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Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "managing boat" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case managing boat = skippering.
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 SKIPPERING mean?

SKIPPERING verb
  1. To captain a ship or a sports team.
SKIPPERING verb
  1. To take shelter in a barn or shed.

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