Cryptic crossword clue
Peacekeepers clearing tense area of Tours goes wrong 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "goes wrong" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case goes wrong = unravels.
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 UNRAVELS mean?

UNRAVELS verb
  1. To separate the threads (of); disentangle.
  2. (of threads, etc.) To become separated; (of something woven, knitted, etc.) to come apart.
  3. To clear from complication or difficulty; to unfold; to solve.
  4. To separate the connected or united parts of; to throw into disorder; to confuse.
  5. To become undone; to collapse.

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