Cryptic crossword clue
Got roped in to play, explosively ruining it? 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "explosively ruining it?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case explosively ruining it? = torpedoing.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does TORPEDOING mean?

TORPEDOING verb
  1. To send a torpedo, usually from a submarine, that explodes below the waterline of the target ship.
  2. To sink a ship with one of more torpedoes.
  3. To undermine or destroy any endeavor with a stealthy, powerful attack.
TORPEDOING noun
  1. The act of firing a torpedo.

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