Cryptic crossword clue
More flexible cat tries to scratch outside 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "More flexible" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case more flexible = stretchier.
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 STRETCHIER mean?

STRETCHIER adjective
  1. Capable of stretching; elastic.
  2. Inclined to stretch, as from weariness.

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