Cryptic crossword clue
Streaked — checked name’s hidden 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Streaked" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case streaked = brindled.
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 BRINDLED mean?

BRINDLED verb
  1. To form streaks of a different color.
BRINDLED adjective
  1. Of a brownish, tawny or gray colour, with streaks or spots; streaky, spotted

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