Cryptic crossword clue
More spirited female is starting row, putting male off 8

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

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

FEISTIER adjective
  1. Tenacious, energetic, spunky.
  2. Belligerent; prepared to stand and fight, especially in spite of relatively small stature or some other disadvantage.
  3. Easily offended and ready to bicker.

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