Cryptic crossword clue
Operatic performer succeeded at the front of a very old garden 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Operatic performer" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case operatic performer = savoyard.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does SAVOYARD mean?

SAVOYARD noun
  1. Ladyfinger cookie

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