Cryptic crossword clue
America backing competitor importing Vermont’s No1 relic 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "relic" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case relic = survival.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does SURVIVAL mean?

SURVIVAL noun
  1. The fact or act of surviving; continued existence or life.
  2. (as a modifier) Of, relating to or aiding survival.
  3. The avoidance of relegation or demotion to a lower league or division.
  4. A custom or belief that persists in folklore from earlier times, when the rationale behind it is forgotten.

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