Cryptic crossword clue
Result of a short fight with monarch 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Result of a short" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case result of a short = sparking.
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 SPARKING mean?

SPARKING verb
  1. To trigger, kindle into activity (an argument, etc).
  2. To light; to kindle.
  3. To give off a spark or sparks.
  4. Appalachian To court.
SPARKING verb
  1. To woo, court; to act the gallant or beau.
SPARKING noun
  1. The act of producing a spark.

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