Cryptic crossword clue
Trying to protect kinky chignon I got cut by American 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Trying to protect" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case trying to protect = cushioning.
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 CUSHIONING mean?

CUSHIONING verb
  1. To furnish with cushions.
  2. To seat or place on, or as on a cushion.
  3. To absorb or deaden the impact of.
  4. To conceal or cover up, as under a cushion.

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