Cryptic crossword clue
Support was hard for current reversal 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "current reversal" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case current reversal = backwash.
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 BACKWASH mean?

BACKWASH noun
  1. The backward flow of water from oars or propeller or breaking waves.
  2. The similar flow of air from an aircraft engine.
  3. The result or consequence of an event; an aftermath.
  4. The saliva, spit or food particles that have flowed back into a drink after someone has drunk from it.
BACKWASH verb
  1. To operate a water filter in the reverse direction in order to clean it.
  2. To affect with backwash.
  3. To clean the oil from wool after combing.

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