Cryptic crossword clue
Throwing up fences in yard, trying to be influential 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "trying to be/influential" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case trying to be/influential = lobbying.
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 LOBBYING mean?

LOBBYING verb
  1. To attempt to influence (a public official or decision-maker) in favor of a specific opinion or cause.
LOBBYING noun
  1. The act of one who lobbies.

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