Cryptic crossword clue
How sharp is this partner’s second reminder, about to beat clubs 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "How sharp is this" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case how sharp is this = acutance.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does ACUTANCE mean?

ACUTANCE noun
  1. Edge contrast in an image; a component of sharpness.

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