Cryptic crossword clue
Shimmering bridge shown after opening of gate

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

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The straight part
We know that "Shimmering" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case shimmering = spangled.
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 SPANGLED mean?

SPANGLED verb
  1. To sparkle, flash or coruscate.
  2. To fix spangles to; bespangle; to adorn with stars
SPANGLED adjective
  1. Having spangles.

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