Cryptic crossword clue
Qualified teacher strikes to get retirement cover 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "retirement cover" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case retirement cover = bedsocks.
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 BEDSOCKS mean?

BEDSOCKS noun
  1. A sock worn in bed, to keep the feet warm.

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