Cryptic crossword clue
One will remain cool and play diamonds first 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "One will remain cool" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case one will remain cool = icefield.
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 ICEFIELD mean?

ICEFIELD noun
  1. A network of interconnected glaciers or ice streams having a common source
  2. A large expanse of floating ice (several miles long)

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