Cryptic crossword clue
Parts of the world where some might understand self-restraint? 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Parts of the world" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case parts of the world = continents.
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 CONTINENTS mean?

CONTINENTS noun
  1. Each of the main continuous land-masses on the earth's surface, now generally regarded as seven in number, including their related islands, continental shelves etc.
  2. A large contiguous landmass considered independent of its islands, peninsulas etc. Specifically, the Old World continent of Europe–Asia–Africa. See the Continent.
  3. Land (as opposed to the water).

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