Cryptic crossword clue
Deceptive male is in charge 10

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Deceptive" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case deceptive = misleading.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does MISLEADING mean?

MISLEADING verb
  1. To lead astray, in a false direction.
  2. To deceive by telling lies or otherwise giving a false impression.
  3. To deceptively trick into something wrong.
  4. To accidentally or intentionally confuse.
MISLEADING noun
  1. A deception that misleads.
MISLEADING adjective
  1. Deceptive or tending to mislead or create a false impression.

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