Cryptic crossword clue
Like pulse clear, say, when admitted 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Like pulse" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case like pulse = leguminous.
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 LEGUMINOUS mean?

LEGUMINOUS adjective
  1. Of the Leguminosae family of peas, beans etc
  2. Resembling a legume

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