Cryptic crossword clue
Rather dull, getting flatter 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Rather dull,/flatter" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case rather dull,/flatter = blandish.
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What does BLANDISH mean?

BLANDISH verb
  1. To persuade someone by using flattery; to cajole.
  2. To praise someone dishonestly; to flatter or butter up.

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