Cryptic crossword clue
Runner's complaint? Trainer will cover it 8,4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word ATHLETE

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The straight part
We know that "Runner's complaint/Trainer will cover it" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case runner's complaint/trainer will cover it = athlete.
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.
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What does ATHLETE mean?

ATHLETE noun
  1. A participant in a group of sporting activities which includes track and field, road running, cross country running and racewalking.
  2. A person who actively participates in physical sports, especially with great skill; a sportsperson.
  3. An exceptionally physically fit person.

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