Cryptic crossword clue
Financial misdemeanour that could bring England ruin almost 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Financial misdemeanour" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case financial misdemeanour = laundering.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does LAUNDERING mean?

LAUNDERING verb
  1. To wash; to wash, and to smooth with a flatiron or mangle; to wash and iron.
  2. To lave; to wet.
  3. (money) To disguise the source of (ill-gotten wealth) by various means.
LAUNDERING noun
  1. The act, or occupation, of one who launders; washing and ironing.

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