The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word ROMANCES
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The straight part
We know that "stories" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case stories = romances.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 ROMANCES mean?
ROMANCES noun- A story relating to chivalry; a story involving knights, heroes, adventures, quests, etc.
- An intimate relationship between two people; a love affair.
- A strong obsession or attachment for something or someone.
- Idealized love which is pure or beautiful.
- A mysterious, exciting, or fascinating quality.
- A story or novel dealing with idealized love.
- An embellished account of something; an idealized lie.
- An adventure, or series of extraordinary events, resembling those narrated in romances.
- A dreamy, imaginative habit of mind; a disposition to ignore what is real.
- A romanza, or sentimental ballad.
- To woo; to court.
- To write or tell romantic stories, poetry, letters, etc.
- To talk extravagantly and imaginatively; to build castles in the air.