Cryptic crossword clue
Part of leg from top to bottom, to give trouble in run 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "run" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case run = hightail.
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 HIGHTAIL mean?

HIGHTAIL verb
  1. (usually transitive) To move at full speed, especially in retreat.

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