Cryptic crossword clue
Digging up road to the north, moving slowly 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Digging up" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case digging up = dredging.
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 DREDGING mean?

DREDGING verb
  1. To make a channel deeper or wider using a dredge.
  2. To bring something to the surface with a dredge.
  3. (Usually with up) to unearth.
DREDGING verb
  1. To sprinkle (food) with spices or seasonings, using a dredge.
DREDGING noun
  1. That which is dredged up.
  2. The act of using a dredger or excavator to dredge a harbour, river, channel or watercourse.

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