Cryptic crossword clue
Oliver’s compositions? Fine examples 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Fine examples" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case fine examples = showpieces.
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 SHOWPIECES mean?

SHOWPIECES noun
  1. Something that exhibits exceptional quality, something worth being shown.
  2. Something made specifically to be displayed.

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