Cryptic crossword clue
Joke's effective without introduction or prompt 8

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

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

PUNCTUAL adjective
  1. Prompt; on time.
  2. Existing as a point or series of points
  3. Expressing momentary action that has no duration
  4. (Euro-English) Periodic; occasional.
  5. Observing trivial points; punctilious.

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