Cryptic crossword clue
Lacking a stone, grabs one showing no mercy 8

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does PITILESS mean?

PITILESS adjective
  1. Having, or showing, no pity; merciless
  2. Having no kindly feelings; unkind

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