Cryptic crossword clue
Boss, cop told untruth, but obeyed 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "obeyed" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case obeyed = complied.
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 COMPLIED mean?

COMPLIED verb
  1. To yield assent; to accord; to acquiesce, agree, consent; to adapt oneself, to conform.
  2. To accomplish, to fulfil.
  3. To be ceremoniously courteous; to make one's compliments.
  4. To enfold; to embrace.

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