Cryptic crossword clue
Shop ineffectively as stated every fortnight 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "every fortnight" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case every fortnight = biweekly.
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 BIWEEKLY mean?

BIWEEKLY noun
  1. Something that is published or released once every two weeks.
BIWEEKLY adjective
  1. Occurring once every two weeks.
  2. Occurring twice a week (but see the Usage notes).
BIWEEKLY adverb
  1. Every two weeks.
  2. Twice a week (but see the Usage notes).

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