Cryptic crossword clue
Conservative leader suspended for being shifty? 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "being shifty" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case being shifty = changing.
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 CHANGING mean?

CHANGING verb
  1. To become something different.
  2. To make something into something else.
  3. To replace.
  4. To replace one's clothing.
  5. To replace the clothing of (the one wearing it).
  6. To transfer to another vehicle (train, bus, etc.)
  7. To exchange.
  8. To change hand while riding (a horse).
CHANGING noun
  1. Change; alteration.

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