Cryptic crossword clue
Defeated female, corrosive influence getting told off 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Defeated" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case defeated = frustrated.
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What does FRUSTRATED mean?

FRUSTRATED verb
  1. To disappoint or defeat; to vex by depriving of something expected or desired.
  2. To hinder or thwart.
  3. To cause stress or annoyance.
FRUSTRATED adjective
  1. Foiled, stopped, disappointed.
  2. Suffering from frustration; dissatisfied, agitated, and/or discontent because one is unable to perform an action or fulfill a desire.

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