Cryptic crossword clue
Salesfolk carrying very good books — they’ve been given new coats 8

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

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What does REPAINTS mean?

REPAINTS verb
  1. To paint anew or again, especially if recently painted.
  2. To draw or render again on the display.

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