Cryptic crossword clue
In pay cut, docking a hundred proves to be beneficial 8

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

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

SALUTARY adjective
  1. Effecting or designed to effect an improvement; remedial: salutary advice.
  2. Promoting good health and physical well-being; wholesome; curative.

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