Cryptic crossword clue
Survives using seats for spectators 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Survives" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case survives = withstands.
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 WITHSTANDS mean?

WITHSTANDS verb
  1. To resist or endure (something) successfully.
  2. To oppose (something) forcefully.

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