Cryptic crossword clue
President in top position for arguing a cause 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "arguing a cause" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case arguing a cause = pleading.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does PLEADING mean?

PLEADING verb
  1. To present (an argument or a plea), especially in a legal case.
  2. To beg, beseech, or implore.
  3. To offer by way of excuse.
  4. To discuss by arguments.
PLEADING noun
  1. The act of making a plea.
  2. A document filed in a lawsuit, particularly a document initiating litigation or responding to the initiation of litigation.
PLEADING adjective
  1. That pleads.

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