Cryptic crossword clue
What a jury looks for out of hearing? 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "out of hearing" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case out of hearing = soundproof.
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 SOUNDPROOF mean?

SOUNDPROOF verb
  1. To make resistant to transmitting sound.
SOUNDPROOF adjective
  1. Not allowing sound through.

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