Cryptic crossword clue
Impresses with coating of salt? 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Impresses" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case impresses = ingrains.
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 INGRAINS mean?

INGRAINS verb
  1. To dye with a fast or lasting colour.
  2. To make (something) deeply part of something else.

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