Cryptic crossword clue
Justifying virgin Queen’s time imprisoned by evil emperor 8

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

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What does MERITING mean?

MERITING verb
  1. To deserve, to earn.
  2. To be deserving or worthy.
  3. To reward.

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