Cryptic crossword clue
Conclusive final absorbs four 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Conclusive" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case conclusive = definitive.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does DEFINITIVE mean?

DEFINITIVE noun
  1. (grammar) a word, such as a definite article or demonstrative pronoun, that defines or limits something
  2. An ordinary postage stamp that is part of a series of all denominations or is reprinted as needed to meet demand
DEFINITIVE adjective
  1. Explicitly defined
  2. Conclusive or decisive
  3. Definite, authoritative and complete
  4. Limiting; determining
  5. General, not issued for commemorative purposes
  6. Determined; resolved.

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