Cryptic crossword clue
After rewrite of scene, lad missing the filthy bits? 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "missing the filthy bits?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case missing the filthy bits? = cleansed.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does CLEANSED mean?

CLEANSED verb
  1. To free from dirt; to clean, to purify.
  2. To spiritually purify; to free from guilt or sin; to purge.

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