Cryptic crossword clue
Raw pine should, after treatment 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Raw" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case raw = unpolished.
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 UNPOLISHED mean?

UNPOLISHED adjective
  1. Not polished; not brought to a polish.
  2. Deprived of polish.
  3. Not refined in manners or style

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