Cryptic crossword clue
Beads expected, it’s said, by falls 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Beads" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case beads = dewdrops.
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.
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What does DEWDROPS mean?

DEWDROPS noun
  1. A droplet of water formed as dew.
  2. (1800s) A slow pitch.

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