Cryptic crossword clue
Placates vegan primates? 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Placates" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case placates = appeases.
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 APPEASES mean?

APPEASES verb
  1. To make quiet; to calm; to reduce to a state of peace; to dispel (anger or hatred).
  2. To come to terms with; to adapt to the demands of.

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