Cryptic crossword clue
Gripe about one writing proverbs 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "proverbs" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case proverbs = epigrams.
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 EPIGRAMS mean?

EPIGRAMS noun
  1. An inscription in stone.
  2. A brief but witty saying.
  3. A short, witty or pithy poem.

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