Cryptic crossword clue
Release from service Old Bill shortly seen probing death 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Release from service" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case release from service = demobilise.
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What does DEMOBILISE mean?

DEMOBILISE verb
  1. To release someone from military duty, especially after a war.
  2. To disband troops, or remove them from a war footing.

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