Cryptic crossword clue
Put simply, supremo will block harsh cuts 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Put simply" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case put simply = succinct.
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 SUCCINCT mean?

SUCCINCT adjective
  1. Brief and to the point
  2. Compressed into a tiny area.
  3. Wrapped by, or as if by a girdle; closely fitting, wound or wrapped or drawn up tightly.

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