Cryptic crossword clue
Keep pace? 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Keep/pace" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case keep/pace = fastness.
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 FASTNESS mean?

FASTNESS noun
  1. A secure or fortified place; a stronghold, a fortress.
  2. The state of being fast.
  3. The ability of a dye to withstand fading.

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