Cryptic crossword clue
Going back to base, we do harm, becoming drunk 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Going back to base" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case going back to base = homeward.
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 HOMEWARD mean?

HOMEWARD adverb
  1. Towards home.
HOMEWARD adjective
  1. Oriented towards home

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