Cryptic crossword clue
Shanghai almost needs a port manager 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "manager" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case manager = impresario.
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 IMPRESARIO mean?

IMPRESARIO noun
  1. A manager or producer in the entertainment industry, especially music or theatre.

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