Cryptic crossword clue
Moved away, having retired, directed inside 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Moved away" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case moved away = absented.
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 ABSENTED mean?

ABSENTED verb
  1. To keep (oneself) away.
  2. To keep (someone) away.
  3. Stay away; withdraw.
  4. Leave.

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