Cryptic crossword clue
Fetching tart, terribly busy 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Fetching" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case fetching = attractive.
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 ATTRACTIVE mean?

ATTRACTIVE adjective
  1. Causing attraction; having the quality of attracting by inherent force.
  2. Having the power of charming or alluring by agreeable qualities; enticing.
  3. Pleasing or appealing to the senses, especially of the opposite sex.

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