Cryptic crossword clue
Memory in a corner on the alloy 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "alloy" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case alloy = nichrome.
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 NICHROME mean?

NICHROME noun
  1. An alloy of nickel and chromium, typically 80% nickel and 20% chromium, used to make heating elements.

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