Cryptic crossword clue
Sanctions measure by forces 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Sanctions" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sanctions = empowers.
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 EMPOWERS mean?

EMPOWERS verb
  1. To give permission, power, or the legal right to do something.
  2. To give someone more confidence and/or strength to do something, often by enabling them to increase their control over their own life or situation.

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