Cryptic crossword clue
Tiniest square by shopping centre is in Paris 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Tiniest" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tiniest = smallest.
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 SMALLEST mean?

SMALLEST adjective
  1. Not large or big; insignificant; few in number.
  2. Young, as a child.
  3. (writing, incomparable) Minuscule or lowercase, referring to written or printed letters.
  4. Envincing little worth or ability; not large-minded; paltry; mean.
  5. Not prolonged in duration; not extended in time; short.
  6. Slender, gracefully slim.
SMALLEST adverb
  1. In a small fashion.
  2. In or into small pieces.
  3. To a small extent.
  4. In a low tone; softly.

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