Cryptic crossword clue
Annoying prince perhaps in German 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Annoying" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case annoying = harrying.
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 HARRYING mean?

HARRYING verb
  1. To plunder, pillage, assault.
  2. To make repeated attacks on an enemy.
  3. To strip, lay waste, ravage.
  4. To harass, bother or distress with demands, threats, or criticism.
HARRYING noun
  1. The act of one who harries or harasses.

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