Cryptic crossword clue
Tabloid outing 9? Pretty inappropriate 10

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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The straight part
We know that "inappropriate" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case inappropriate = unbecoming.
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 UNBECOMING mean?

UNBECOMING verb
  1. To misbecome.
UNBECOMING noun
  1. The process by which something unbecomes.
UNBECOMING adjective
  1. Not flattering, attractive or appropriate.
  2. Not in keeping with the expected standards of one's position.

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