Cryptic crossword clue
Killer on the loose? Admit that’s not so far-fetched 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "not so far-fetched" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case not so far-fetched = likelier.
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 LIKELIER mean?

LIKELIER adjective
  1. Probable; having a greater-than-even chance of occurring
  2. (as predicate, followed by to and infinitive) Reasonably to be expected; apparently destined, probable
  3. Appropriate, suitable; believable; having a good potential
  4. Plausible; within the realm of credibility
  5. Promising; apt to achieve success or yield a desired outcome
  6. Attractive; pleasant
  7. Similar; like; alike.

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