Cryptic crossword clue
Directions to reach the top, coined first in 1984 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "coined first in 1984" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case coined first in 1984 = newspeak.
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 NEWSPEAK mean?

NEWSPEAK noun
  1. Use of ambiguous, misleading, or euphemistic words in order to deceive the listener, especially by politicians and officials.

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