Cryptic crossword clue
Deceptions at second large rowing event 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Deceptions" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case deceptions = sleights.
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 SLEIGHTS mean?

SLEIGHTS noun
  1. Cunning; craft; artful practice.
  2. An artful trick; sly artifice; a feat so dexterous that the manner of performance escapes observation.
  3. Dexterous practice; dexterity; skill.

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