Cryptic crossword clue
Lack of harmony is issue in waltz, say 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Lack of harmony" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case lack of harmony = dissonance.
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 DISSONANCE mean?

DISSONANCE noun
  1. A harsh, discordant combination of sounds.
  2. Conflicting notes that are not overtones of the note or chord sounding.
  3. A state of disagreement or conflict.

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