Cryptic crossword clue
Pretends to be ready by one, note recalls 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Pretends to be" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case pretends to be = imitates.
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 IMITATES mean?

IMITATES verb
  1. To follow as a model or a pattern; to make a copy, counterpart or semblance of.

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