The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word OVERPRICED
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The straight part
We know that "requiring much outlay" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case requiring much outlay = overpriced.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does OVERPRICED mean?
OVERPRICED verb- To give a commodity an excessive price.
- Priced higher than what it is really worth.