The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word GIVEAWAY
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What does GIVEAWAY mean?
GIVEAWAY noun- Something that is given away or handed out for free.
- An event at which things are given away for free.
- Something that is obvious or apparent; something that reveals a secret.