Cryptic crossword clue
Critical moment replacing contents of seriously elasticised fastener 8

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

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What does SCRUNCHY mean?

SCRUNCHY noun
  1. A small elasticated ring of fabric placed around long hair to hold it in place behind the head.
SCRUNCHY adjective
  1. Scrunched up; creased or wrinkled

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