Cryptic crossword clue
Soon quiet instrument is to be introduced 8

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

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What does SHARPISH mean?

SHARPISH adjective
  1. Somewhat sharp (sudden, abrupt).
  2. Somewhat sharp; not blunt.
SHARPISH adverb
  1. Rapidly, soon.

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