Cryptic crossword clue
Going to get architect for nothing, making hard grind 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "making hard grind" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case making hard grind = gnashing.
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 GNASHING mean?

GNASHING verb
  1. To grind (one's teeth) in pain or in anger.
  2. To grind between the teeth.
  3. To run away.
GNASHING noun
  1. The action of something that is gnashed.

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