Cryptic crossword clue
James makes a mistake, we hear, getting tunics 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "tunics" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tunics = gymslips.
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.
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What does GYMSLIPS mean?

GYMSLIPS noun
  1. A sleeveless tunic with a pleated skirt, most commonly seen as part of a girl's school uniform.

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