The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word CALIBRATED
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The straight part
We know that "Graduated" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case graduated = calibrated.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 CALIBRATED mean?
CALIBRATED verb- To check or adjust by comparison with a standard.
- To mark the scale of a measuring instrument.
- To measure the caliber of a tube or gun.