Cryptic crossword clue
Platforms attached to lorries, those managing to go in reverse 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Platforms attached to lorries" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case platforms attached to lorries = tailboards.
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 TAILBOARDS mean?

TAILBOARDS noun
  1. A hinged board or hatch at the rear of a vehicle that can be lowered for loading and unloading; a tailgate.

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