Cryptic crossword clue
Flannel cook squeezes well! 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Flannel" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case flannel = flummery.
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 FLUMMERY mean?

FLUMMERY noun
  1. A custard; any of several bland, gelatinous foodstuffs, usually made from stewed fruit and thickened with oatmeal, cornstarch or flour.
  2. Empty or meaningless talk, especially when used to flatter.
  3. Pretentious trappings, useless ornaments used to impress.
  4. Deceptive or blustering speech.
FLUMMERY interjection
  1. An expression of contemptuous disbelief.

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