Cryptic crossword clue
Sheets of paper spread round engrossed in Shakespeare 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Sheets of paper" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sheets of paper = pasteboard.
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 PASTEBOARD mean?

PASTEBOARD noun
  1. (usually uncountable) Card stock.
  2. A widget allowing multiple users to paste and share text or other items.
  3. A person's visiting card.
PASTEBOARD adjective
  1. Unsubstantial; flimsy

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