Cryptic crossword clue
Compel to join group of journalists 5-4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word PRESS‑GANG

I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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The straight part
We know that "Compel to join" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case compel to join = press‑gang.
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 PRESS‑GANG mean?

PRESS‑GANG noun
  1. A body of men employed to force others into military or naval service.
PRESS‑GANG verb
  1. To force men into military or naval service.
  2. To coerce somebody into doing something that they are reluctant to do.

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