Cryptic crossword clue
Distributing of novel so inspired 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Distributing" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case distributing = dispersion.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does DISPERSION mean?

DISPERSION noun
  1. The state of being dispersed; dispersedness.
  2. A process of dispersing.
  3. The degree of scatter of data.
  4. The separation of visible light by refraction or diffraction.
  5. The removal of inflammation.

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