Cryptic crossword clue
Subdued and finished — animal losing tail 8

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

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What does OVERCAME mean?

OVERCAME verb
  1. To surmount (a physical or abstract obstacle); to prevail over, to get the better of.
  2. To win or prevail in some sort of battle, contest, etc.
  3. To come or pass over; to spread over.
  4. To overflow; to surcharge.

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