Cryptic crossword clue
Firing ten men, sacked for violation of rule 12

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word INFRINGEMENT

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The straight part
We know that "violation of rule" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case violation of rule = infringement.
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 INFRINGEMENT mean?

INFRINGEMENT noun
  1. A violation or breach, as of a law.
  2. An encroachment on a right, a person, a territory, or a property.

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