Cryptic crossword clue
Barely is able to get it back with skilful boxing 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Barely" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case barely = scantily.
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 SCANTILY mean?

SCANTILY adverb
  1. In a scanty manner; not fully; not plentifully; sparingly

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