Cryptic crossword clue
Lovingly taken home, lawman’s clutching a tight back 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Lovingly taken" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case lovingly taken = infatuated.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does INFATUATED mean?

INFATUATED verb
  1. To inspire with unreasoning love, attachment or enthusiasm.
  2. To make foolish.
INFATUATED adjective
  1. Foolishly or unreasoningly attracted to or in love with (someone)
  2. Excessively fond of or enthusiastic about (something).
  3. Foolish, stupid, lacking good judgement (often as a result of some external influence).

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