Cryptic crossword clue
Short, spontaneous performance edited, so better 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "better" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case better = improved.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does IMPROVED mean?

IMPROVED verb
  1. To make (something) better; to increase the value or productivity (of something).
  2. To become better.
  3. To disprove or make void; to refute.
  4. To disapprove of; to find fault with; to reprove; to censure.
  5. To use or employ to good purpose; to turn to profitable account.
IMPROVED adjective
  1. That has been made better; enhanced.

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