Cryptic crossword clue
Disconnected a French editor packing punch 8

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Disconnected" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case disconnected = unhooked.
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 UNHOOKED mean?

UNHOOKED verb
  1. To remove from a hook.
  2. To unfasten by means of hooks.
  3. To unfasten the bra of (its wearer).

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