Cryptic crossword clue
Transformed harpies about to become like angels 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "like angels" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case like angels = seraphic.
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 SERAPHIC mean?

SERAPHIC adjective
  1. Of or relating to a seraph or the seraphim.
  2. Pure and sublime; angelic.

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