Cryptic crossword clue
Canada youngsters try gin cocktails perhaps 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Canada youngsters" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case canada youngsters = goslings.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does GOSLINGS mean?

GOSLINGS noun
  1. A young goose.
  2. A callow), or foolish and naive, young person.
  3. A catkin on nut trees and pines.

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