Cryptic crossword clue
One apparently bent, stranger than everyone else and most sly 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "most sly" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case most sly = leeriest.
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 LEERIEST mean?

LEERIEST adjective
  1. Cautious, suspicious, wary, hesitant, or nervous about something; having reservations or concerns.

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