Cryptic crossword clue
Most absurd to get poorly during a short nap 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Most absurd" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case most absurd = silliest.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does SILLIEST mean?

SILLIEST adjective
  1. Laughable or amusing through foolishness or a foolish appearance.
  2. Blessed, particularly:
  3. Pitiful, inspiring compassion, particularly:
  4. Simple, plain, particularly:
  5. Mentally simple, foolish, particularly:
  6. (of a fielding position) Very close to the batsman, facing the bowler; closer than short.

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