Cryptic crossword clue
Erase ink smudges, getting more shady 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "more shady" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case more shady = sneakier.
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 SNEAKIER mean?

SNEAKIER adjective
  1. Difficult to catch due to constantly outwitting the adversaries
  2. Dishonest; deceitful.

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