Cryptic crossword clue
To remove ache witch doctor massaged leg; daughter squirmed 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "squirmed" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case squirmed = wriggled.
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 WRIGGLED mean?

WRIGGLED verb
  1. To twist one's body to and fro with short, writhing motions; to squirm.
  2. To cause to or make something wriggle.
  3. To use crooked or devious means.

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