Cryptic crossword clue
More difficult in larger form 8

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

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More clues leading to the result GNARLIER

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The straight part
We know that "More difficult" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case more difficult = gnarlier.
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 GNARLIER mean?

GNARLIER adjective
  1. Having or characterized by gnarls; gnarled.
  2. Excellent; attractive.
  3. Dangerous; difficult.
  4. Unpleasant, awful, ugly.

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