Cryptic crossword clue
Notice a sport played with such plug-in devices 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "plug-in devices" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case plug-in devices = adaptors.
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 ADAPTORS mean?

ADAPTORS noun
  1. One who is capable of adapting to differing situations.
  2. One who adapts a thing, e.g. a play.
  3. A device or application used to achieve operative compatibility between devices that otherwise are incompatible.

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