Cryptic crossword clue
More than one inn hurries to secure working ostler

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

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The straight part
We know that "More than one inn" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case more than one inn = hostelries.
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 HOSTELRIES mean?

HOSTELRIES noun
  1. An inn that provides overnight accommodation for travellers (and, originally, their horses).
  2. The art and skill of guest management at a commercial facility such as a hotel, inn, motel, bed and breakfast, or hostel.

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