Cryptic crossword clue
Relieved husband put in all the fuel car could hold

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

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The straight part
We know that "Relieved" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case relieved = thankful.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does THANKFUL mean?

THANKFUL adjective
  1. Showing appreciation or gratitude.
  2. Obtaining or deserving thanks; thankworthy.

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