Cryptic crossword clue
Throwing out bit of junk in genetic variable 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Throwing out" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case throwing out = ejecting.
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 EJECTING mean?

EJECTING verb
  1. To compel (a person or persons) to leave.
  2. To throw out or remove forcefully.
  3. To compel (a sports player) to leave the field because of inappropriate behaviour.
  4. To project oneself from an aircraft.
  5. To cause (something) to come out of a machine.
  6. To come out of a machine.

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