Cryptic crossword clue
Nag hurt— 26 recalled tail lost

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

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The straight part
We know that "Nag" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case nag = harridan.
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 HARRIDAN mean?

HARRIDAN noun
  1. A vicious and scolding woman, especially an older one.

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