Cryptic crossword clue
Furthest behind, I started to crack up 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Furthest behind" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case furthest behind = tardiest.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does TARDIEST mean?

TARDIEST adjective
  1. Late; overdue or delayed.
  2. Moving with a slow pace or motion; not swift.
  3. Ineffectual; slow-witted, slow to act, or dull.
  4. Unwary; unready (especially in the phrase take (someone) tardy).
  5. Criminal; guilty.

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