Cryptic crossword clue
Tense performers going over new, touching lines 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "touching lines" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case touching lines = tangents.
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 TANGENTS mean?

TANGENTS noun
  1. A straight line touching a curve at a single point without crossing it there.
  2. A function of an angle that gives the ratio of the sine to the cosine, in either the real or complex numbers. Symbols: tan, tg.
  3. A topic nearly unrelated to the main topic, but having a point in common with it.
  4. A small metal blade in a clavichord that strikes the strings to produce sound.

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