Cryptic crossword clue
Some spies put out to dry, as victims of hostility 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "victims of hostility" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case victims of hostility = molested.
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 MOLESTED mean?

MOLESTED verb
  1. To annoy intentionally.
  2. To disturb or tamper with.
  3. To sexually assault or sexually harass, especially a minor.

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