Cryptic crossword clue
Upset when Miles joins company in Settle 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Upset" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case upset = discompose.
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 DISCOMPOSE mean?

DISCOMPOSE verb
  1. To destroy the composure of; to disturb or agitate.
  2. To disarrange, or throw into a state of disorder.

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