Cryptic crossword clue
Support with a tilt is condemned initially according to law 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "according to law" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case according to law = legalistic.
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What does LEGALISTIC mean?

LEGALISTIC adjective
  1. Of a person, following the letter of the law.
  2. Of a person, tending to resort to the law, as one who sues frequently.
  3. Practicing or characterized by legalism.

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