The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word NOMINATE
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More clues leading to the result NOMINATE
- Propose an item broadcast after drama
- Name foe, by implication, has smuggled in
- Put up with bird gatecrashing do perhaps
- Name talkative bird in short comment
- Propose for election in Maine – not surprisingly
- I’m “to name” put differently
- After my snakebite they found a little vest
- Mention a weird present
- Propose master should have name for daughter
- Appoint member of ruling party bound by condition of celibacy?
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The straight part
We know that "Propose" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case propose = nominate.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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does NOMINATE mean?
NOMINATE verb- To name someone as a candidate for a particular role or position, including that of an office.
- To entitle, confer a name upon.
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