Cryptic crossword clue
Modifies colourful boats 8

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Modifies" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case modifies = redrafts.
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 REDRAFTS mean?

REDRAFTS noun
  1. A second or subsequent draft
  2. A new bill of exchange which the holder of a protested bill draws on the drawer or endorsers, for the amount of the bill, with costs and charges.
REDRAFTS verb
  1. To draft again

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