Cryptic crossword clue
A comic drinks one can in store 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word AWAITING

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

AWAITING verb
  1. To wait for.
  2. To expect.
  3. To be in store for; to be ready or in waiting for.
  4. To serve or attend; to wait on, wait upon.
  5. To watch, observe.
  6. To wait; to stay in waiting.

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