Cryptic crossword clue
Naughty nurses on top of beggar 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "beggar" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case beggar = impoverish.
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 IMPOVERISH mean?

IMPOVERISH verb
  1. To make poor.
  2. To weaken in quality; to deprive of some strength or richness.
  3. To become poor.

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