Cryptic crossword clue
Hence, explorer's grave? 8

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

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

SOBERING verb
  1. (often with up) To make or become sober.
  2. (often with up) To overcome or lose a state of intoxication.
  3. To moderate one's feelings
SOBERING adjective
  1. Causing more sober thought or concern.

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