Cryptic crossword clue
Paying respects to newly anointed sultan, I start to genuflect 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Paying respects to" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case paying respects to = saluting.
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 SALUTING mean?

SALUTING verb
  1. To make a gesture in honor of (someone or something).
  2. To act in thanks, honor, or tribute; to thank or extend gratitude; to praise.
  3. To wave, to acknowledge an acquaintance.
  4. To address, as with expressions of kind wishes and courtesy; to greet; to hail.
  5. To promote the welfare and safety of; to benefit; to gratify.
  6. To kiss.
SALUTING noun
  1. The act of giving a salute.

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