The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word MISQUOTE
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The straight part
We know that "One of some erroneous statements" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case one of some erroneous statements = misquote.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 MISQUOTE mean?
MISQUOTE noun- An incorrect recitation of a quote.
- An incorrect recording of a quote.
- To incorrectly recite a quote.
- To incorrectly record a quote.