Cryptic crossword clue
Thwarted clumsy fraudster pocketing wallet, ultimately 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Thwarted" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case thwarted = frustrated.
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 FRUSTRATED mean?

FRUSTRATED verb
  1. To disappoint or defeat; to vex by depriving of something expected or desired.
  2. To hinder or thwart.
  3. To cause stress or annoyance.
FRUSTRATED adjective
  1. Foiled, stopped, disappointed.
  2. Suffering from frustration; dissatisfied, agitated, and/or discontent because one is unable to perform an action or fulfill a desire.

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