Cryptic crossword clue
Sap cheers hugged by almost cruel sweetheart 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Sap" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sap = devitalise.
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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Crossword Answer definitions

DEVITALISE verb
  1. To deprive of vitality; to make lifeless; to weaken.

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