Cryptic crossword clue
Indication of agreement to accept mail when services are abandoned because of this? 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "services are abandoned because of this" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case services are abandoned because of this = apostasy.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does APOSTASY mean?

APOSTASY noun
  1. The renunciation of a belief or set of beliefs.
  2. Specifically, the renunciation of one's religion or faith.

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