Cryptic crossword clue
Cockney’s extremely vigorous when holding up flight, ultimately making you the last to arrive 8

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

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What does TARDIEST mean?

TARDIEST adjective
  1. Late; overdue or delayed.
  2. Moving with a slow pace or motion; not swift.
  3. Ineffectual; slow-witted, slow to act, or dull.
  4. Unwary; unready (especially in the phrase take (someone) tardy).
  5. Criminal; guilty.

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