Cryptic crossword clue
Sacred ruin violated, holding small number back 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Sacred" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sacred = devotional.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does DEVOTIONAL mean?

DEVOTIONAL noun
  1. A brief religious service.
  2. A textor piece of music or writing to be used for devotion.
DEVOTIONAL adjective
  1. (usually religious) Of or pertaining to devotion or worship.

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