Cryptic crossword clue
Gave clown gin mixed with a little bit of energy drink 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Gave" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case gave = assigned.
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 ASSIGNED mean?

ASSIGNED verb
  1. To designate or set apart something for some purpose.
  2. To appoint or select someone for some office.
  3. To allot or give something as a task.
  4. To attribute or sort something into categories.
  5. To transfer property, a legal right, etc., from one person to another.
  6. To give (a value) to a variable.

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