Cryptic crossword clue
Close walking in Barnet lifted mood 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Close walking" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case close walking = lockstep.
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 LOCKSTEP mean?

LOCKSTEP noun
  1. A step whereby the toe of one man is brought very close to the heel of the man in front.
  2. Close connection, unison, rigid synchronization.
  3. An inflexible, rigid or stifling pattern.

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