Cryptic crossword clue
Support collapsing rule in East Germany 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Support" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case support = underlie.
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 UNDERLIE mean?

UNDERLIE verb
  1. To lie in a position directly beneath.
  2. To lie under or beneath.
  3. To serve as a basis of; form the foundation of.
  4. To be subject to; be liable to answer, as a charge or challenge.
  5. To underlay.

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