The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 plus 2 letter word DREDGE UP
I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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More clues leading to the result DREDGE UP
- To mention what’s best forgotten is awfully rude, Penny agreed regularly
- Reluctantly recall daughter’s colourful outfit
- Bring to light boat having stopped short abruptly in the middle
- Inconveniently mention Right side in Protestant party
- Recall deep drug treatment
- Get out of bed and remember what’s best forgotten?
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