Cryptic crossword clue
One retiring clergyman in outhouse shook convulsively 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "shook convulsively" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case shook convulsively = shivered.
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 SHIVERED mean?

SHIVERED verb
  1. To tremble or shake, especially when cold or frightened.
  2. To cause to shake or tremble, as a sail, by steering close to the wind.
SHIVERED verb
  1. To break into splinters or fragments.

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