Cryptic crossword clue
Be better than something that’s of no use to smoker? 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Be better than something" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case be better than something = outmatch.
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 OUTMATCH mean?

OUTMATCH verb
  1. To surpass or be better than something or someone else

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