Cryptic crossword clue
Girls leaving broken dressing table withdrew 8

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

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What does ABSENTED mean?

ABSENTED verb
  1. To keep (oneself) away.
  2. To keep (someone) away.
  3. Stay away; withdraw.
  4. Leave.

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