Cryptic crossword clue
Shows former Scottish football team retains charisma 8

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

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Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "Shows" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case shows = exhibits.
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 EXHIBITS mean?

EXHIBITS noun
  1. An instance of exhibiting.
  2. That which is exhibited.
  3. A public showing; an exhibition.
  4. An article formally introduced as evidence in a court.
EXHIBITS verb
  1. To display or show (something) for others to see, especially at an exhibition or contest.
  2. To demonstrate.
  3. To submit (a physical object) to a court as evidence.
  4. To put on a public display.
  5. To administer as a remedy.

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