Cryptic crossword clue
Ran slowly in what’s deceptive light 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Ran slowly" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case ran slowly = trickled.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does TRICKLED mean?

TRICKLED verb
  1. To pour a liquid in a very thin stream, or so that drops fall continuously.
  2. To flow in a very thin stream or drop continuously.
  3. To move or roll slowly.

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