All answers begin with 'pr'. Ex:PR + To take the place of by force = French novelist ... PR + Oust = PROUST.

-1. PR + To speak in a formal manner = To divide or calculate proportionately. 7 letters

2. PR + A formal pronouncement or command = To foretell the future. 7

-3. PR + Canopy made of canvas to provide shelter = Fishing for shrimplike crustaceans. 8

4. PR + The solid form of water = The cost of something. 5

5. PR + To place in a grave or tomb = Machine that produces a paper copy. 7

6. PR + The lowest natural number = Lying face downwards. 5

7. PR + A nocturnal bird of prey = To rove with predatory intent. 5

8. PR + To avoid, evade or escape = The overture to an opera. 7

9. PR + Every one individually = To deliver a sermon. 6

-10. PR + A climbing plant = Participating in the knowledge of something secret. 5

3. prawning

Thanks ob.

1. Prorate

Thanks Michele.

10. privy

Good one mxm. I previously answered no. 17 in my sister's secret words.

4. price

2. predict

5 - printer