Cryptic crossword clue
Scams involving good pens 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "pens" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case pens = confines.
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 CONFINES mean?

CONFINES verb
  1. To restrict; to keep within bounds; to shut or keep in a limited space or area.
  2. To have a common boundary; to border; to lie contiguous; to touch; followed by on or with.
CONFINES noun
  1. The borders or limits of an area.
  2. Elements that restrain someone.
  3. The scope or range of a subject.

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