Cryptic crossword clue
He may have to fight racism, even in disguise 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "He may have to fight" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case he may have to fight = serviceman.
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 SERVICEMAN mean?

SERVICEMAN noun
  1. A man who serves in the armed forces.
  2. A person, especially a man, employed in service and maintenance of equipment.

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