Cryptic crossword clue
Like a cryptic puzzle, hence cracked with pride 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Like a cryptic puzzle" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case like a cryptic puzzle = enciphered.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does ENCIPHERED mean?

ENCIPHERED verb
  1. To convert plain text into cipher; to encrypt

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