Cryptic crossword clue
Huge mistake in the event of being in spasm 8

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

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What does TERRIFIC mean?

TERRIFIC adjective
  1. Terrifying, causing terror; terrible; sublime, awe-inspiring.
  2. Very strong or intense; excessive, tremendous.
  3. Extremely good; excellent, amazing.

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