Cryptic crossword clue
Leaders of large flotilla without exception reaching terra firma 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "reaching terra firma" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case reaching terra firma = landfall.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does LANDFALL mean?

LANDFALL noun
  1. Arrival at the shore by ship.
  2. The point at which a hurricane or similar storm reaches land.
  3. The first land discovered after a sea voyage.
  4. A landslip.

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