Cryptic crossword clue
Magic circle originally taken in with guile 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Magic" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case magic = witchcraft.
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 WITCHCRAFT mean?

WITCHCRAFT noun
  1. The practice of witches; magic, sorcery or the use of supernatural powers to influence or predict events.
  2. Something, such as an advanced technology, that seems almost magical.

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