Cryptic crossword clue
Initially when Harriet is running jewellery makes a vibratory noise 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "vibratory noise" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case vibratory noise = whirring.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does WHIRRING mean?

WHIRRING verb
  1. To move or vibrate (something) with a buzzing sound.
  2. To make a sibilant buzzing or droning sound.
  3. To cause (something) to make such a sound.
WHIRRING noun
  1. A whirr, the sounds of a whirr.

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