Cryptic crossword clue
Stole handset, somehow got caught 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Stole" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case stole = snatched.
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 SNATCHED mean?

SNATCHED verb
  1. To grasp and remove quickly.
  2. To attempt to seize something suddenly.
  3. To take or seize hastily, abruptly, or without permission or ceremony.
  4. To steal.
  5. (by extension) To take (a victory) at the last moment.
  6. To do something quickly in the limited time available.
SNATCHED adjective
  1. Good-looking.

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