Cryptic crossword clue
Bird sues for reparation and payout after separation? 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "(pay out, i.e.) payout after separation" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case (pay out, i.e.) payout after separation = disburse.
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 DISBURSE mean?

DISBURSE verb
  1. To pay out, expend; usually from a public fund or treasury.

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