Cryptic crossword clue
Inn is given such signs of approval for new initiatives 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "signs of approval" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case signs of approval = ovations.
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 OVATIONS mean?

OVATIONS noun
  1. A victory ceremony of less importance than a triumph.
  2. (by extension) A (ceremony for the) recognition of some achievement.
  3. (by extension) Prolonged enthusiastic applause.
OVATIONS verb
  1. To give (someone) an ovation (prolonged enthusiastic applause).

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