Cryptic crossword clue
Blooming obsession that’s absorbing Rex, four 8

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Blooming" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case blooming = thriving.
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 THRIVING mean?

THRIVING verb
  1. To grow or increase stature; to grow vigorously or luxuriantly, to flourish.
  2. To increase in wealth or success; to prosper, be profitable.
THRIVING noun
  1. The action of the verb to thrive.
THRIVING adjective
  1. That thrives; successful; flourishing or prospering.

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