Cryptic crossword clue
Put out of action by baddies running round lake 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Put out of action" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case put out of action = disabled.
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 DISABLED mean?

DISABLED verb
  1. To render unable; to take away an ability of, as by crippling.
  2. (chiefly of a person) To impair the physical or mental abilities of; to cause a serious, permanent injury.
  3. To deactivate, to make inoperational (especially of a function of an electronic or mechanical device).
DISABLED noun
  1. One who is disabled. (often used collectively as the disabled, but sometimes also singular)
DISABLED adjective
  1. Made incapable of use or action.
  2. Having a disability.
  3. Legally disqualified.

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