The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word EULOGISING
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The straight part
We know that "it gets you making plugs" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case it gets you making plugs = eulogising.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does EULOGISING mean?
EULOGISING verb- To praise, celebrate or pay homage to someone, especially in an eloquent formal eulogy.