Cryptic crossword clue
Ealing’s first endless caper Silly? Criminal? Very! 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Very" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case very = especially.
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 ESPECIALLY mean?

ESPECIALLY adverb
  1. (manner) In a special manner; specially.
  2. (focus) Particularly; to a greater extent than is normal.
  3. (focus) Used to place greater emphasis upon someone or something.

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