Cryptic crossword clue
Forces in Turin trounced by some French? 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Forces in" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case forces in = intrudes.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does INTRUDES mean?

INTRUDES verb
  1. To thrust oneself in; to come or enter without invitation, permission, or welcome; to encroach; to trespass.
  2. To force in.

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