Cryptic crossword clue
Cleans without orders, acts independently 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "acts independently" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case acts independently = freelances.
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 FREELANCES mean?

FREELANCES noun
  1. Someone who sells their services to clients without a long-term employment contract.
  2. A medieval mercenary.

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