Cryptic crossword clue
First on stage, not turning to don cloak and topper 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "topper" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case topper = capstone.
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 CAPSTONE mean?

CAPSTONE noun
  1. Any of the stones making up the top layer of a wall; a coping stone.
  2. A crowning achievement, culmination or finishing touch.
CAPSTONE verb
  1. To complete as a crowning achievement; to top off.
  2. To train in the Capstone Military Leadership Program.

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