Cryptic crossword clue
Sailor finds answer and forgives 8

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

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What does ABSOLVES mean?

ABSOLVES verb
  1. To set free, release or discharge (from obligations, debts, responsibility etc.).
  2. To resolve; to explain; to solve.
  3. To pronounce free from or give absolution for a penalty, blame, or guilt.
  4. To pronounce not guilty; to grant a pardon for.
  5. To grant a remission of sin; to give absolution to.
  6. To remit a sin; to give absolution for a sin.
  7. To finish; to accomplish.
  8. To pass a course or test; to gain credit for a class; to qualify academically.

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