The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word CRIMSONS
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The straight part
We know that "Blushes" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case blushes = crimsons.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 CRIMSONS mean?
CRIMSONS noun- A deep, slightly bluish red.
- To become crimson or deep red; to blush.
- To dye with crimson or deep red; to redden.