Cryptic crossword clue
Bench may be not as stern initially 8

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does BACKLESS mean?

BACKLESS adjective
  1. Having no back, said of things that typically have backs, such as chairs or dresses
  2. (of a person) having an uncovered back, having a back that shows skin

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