Cryptic crossword clue
Step into cast after joining good school of acting 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word GRADATION

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The straight part
We know that "Step" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case step = gradation.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does GRADATION mean?

GRADATION noun
  1. A sequence of gradual, successive stages; a systematic progression.
  2. A passing by small degrees from one tone or shade, as of color, to another.
  3. The act of gradating or arranging in grades.
  4. Any degree or relative position in an order or series.
  5. A calibration marking.
  6. A gradual change within one parameter, or an overlapping of two blocks of sound.
  7. A diatonic succession of chords.
  8. Apophony.
GRADATION verb
  1. To form with gradations.

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