Cryptic crossword clue
Steals herb mixture when short- winded 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "short- winded" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case short- winded = breathless.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does BREATHLESS mean?

BREATHLESS adjective
  1. Having difficulty breathing; gasping.
  2. That makes one hold one's breath (with excitement etc.).
  3. Not breathing; dead or apparently so.
  4. Having no wind; still, calm or airless.
  5. Having a somewhat hysterical tone, using over-emotive language.

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