Cryptic crossword clue
Failed to manage dire slum reform 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Failed to manage" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case failed to manage = misruled.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does MISRULED mean?

MISRULED verb
  1. Of a trial judge, to make a bad decision in court.
  2. To rule badly; to misgovern.

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