Cryptic crossword clue
Broken seat belt OK for checking 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "OK for checking" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case ok for checking = testable.
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 TESTABLE mean?

TESTABLE adjective
  1. Susceptible to being tested.
  2. With respect to the scientific method, capable of being proven true or false.
  3. Capable of being devised, or given by will.

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