Cryptic crossword clue
After drink, got sharper and was diverting 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "was diverting" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case was diverting = siphoned.
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 SIPHONED mean?

SIPHONED verb
  1. To transfer (liquid) by means of a siphon.
  2. To steal or skim off in small amounts; to embezzle.

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