Cryptic crossword clue
Fever, returning last month after leaving South Africa is controlled 10

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

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

INFLUENCED verb
  1. To have an effect on by using gentle or subtle action; to exert an influence upon; to modify, bias, or sway; to persuade or induce.
  2. To exert, make use of one's influence.
  3. To cause to flow in or into; infuse; instill.
INFLUENCED adjective
  1. Subject to an effect caused by a person or thing outside of the subject's control.

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