Cryptic crossword clue
Once more hold back support 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Once more hold/back support" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case once more hold/back support = rearrest.
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 REARREST mean?

REARREST noun
  1. A second or subsequent arrest.
REARREST verb
  1. To arrest again.

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