Cryptic crossword clue
Dictatorial nurses see proof 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "proof" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case proof = impervious.
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 IMPERVIOUS mean?

IMPERVIOUS adjective
  1. Unaffected or unable to be affected by something.
  2. Preventive of any penetration; impenetrable, impermeable, particularly of water.
  3. Immune to damage or effect.

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