Cryptic crossword clue
With flag hoisted, gives a speech and disappears

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

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The straight part
We know that "disappears" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case disappears = evaporates.
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 EVAPORATES mean?

EVAPORATES verb
  1. To transition from a liquid state into a gaseous state
  2. To expel moisture from (usually by means of artificial heat), leaving the solid portion
  3. To give vent to; to dissipate
  4. To disappear; to escape or pass off without effect

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