Cryptic crossword clue
Take crabs running around western lagoons 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "lagoons" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case lagoons = backwaters.
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 BACKWATERS mean?

BACKWATERS noun
  1. The water held back by a dam or other obstruction
  2. A remote place; somewhere that remains unaffected by new events, progresses, ideas, etc.
  3. A rowing stroke in which the oar is pushed forward to stop the boat; see back water
BACKWATERS verb
  1. To row or paddle a backwater stroke.
  2. To vacillate on a long-held position.

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