Cryptic crossword clue
Very softly I wink, going after goody-goody exotic birds 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word PIANIS[S]IMO

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The straight part
We know that "Very softly" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case very softly = pianis[s]imo.
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 PIANIS[S]IMO mean?

PIANIS[S]IMO noun
  1. A dynamic sign indicating that a portion of music should be played pianissimo.
  2. A portion of music that is played very softly.
PIANIS[S]IMO adverb
  1. To be played very softly.

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