Cryptic crossword clue
To mate with pint, getting drunk could be one 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "could be one" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case could be one = temptation.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does TEMPTATION mean?

TEMPTATION noun
  1. The act of tempting
  2. The condition of being tempted.
  3. Something attractive, tempting or seductive; an inducement or enticement.
  4. Pressure applied to your thinking designed to create wrong emotions which will eventually lead to wrong actions.

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