Cryptic crossword clue
Words that describe these times and aims lose old boy 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Words that describe" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case words that describe = adjectives.
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 ADJECTIVES mean?

ADJECTIVES noun
  1. (grammar) A word that modifies a noun or describes a noun’s referent.
  2. A dependent; an accessory.
ADJECTIVES verb
  1. To make an adjective of; to form or convert into an adjective.
  2. (chiefly as a participle) To characterize with an adjective; to describe by using an adjective.

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