Cryptic crossword clue
One making attempt to pursue success is less cheerful 8

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

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What does WINTRIER mean?

WINTRIER adjective
  1. Suggestive or characteristic of winter; cold, stormy.
  2. Of precipitation, containing sleet or snow.
  3. Aged, white-haired.
  4. Chilling, cheerless.

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