Cryptic crossword clue
Catch after ache requiring great effort 4,4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 plus 4 letter word LONG HAUL

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The straight part
We know that "requiring great effort" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case requiring great effort = long haul.
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 LONG HAUL mean?

LONG HAUL noun
  1. A long time; the long term; an extended period.
  2. A long distance
LONG HAUL adjective
  1. (usually hyphenated) Travelling a long distance.
LONG HAUL verb
  1. To travel a long distance.
  2. To transport goods over long distances.

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