Cryptic crossword clue
Temporary dwellings in section of hospital for housing affected soldiers 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "temporary dwellings" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case temporary dwellings = encampment.
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What does ENCAMPMENT mean?

ENCAMPMENT noun
  1. A campsite.
  2. A group of temporary living quarters and/or other temporary structures.

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