Cryptic crossword clue
Tricks with a bit of ingenuity create chances 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Tricks" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tricks = chicanes.
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 CHICANES mean?

CHICANES noun
  1. A temporary barrier, or serpentine curve, on a vehicular path, especially one designed to reduce speed.
  2. The holding of a hand without trumps, or the hand itself. It counts as simple honours.
  3. Chicanery.
CHICANES verb
  1. To use chicanery, tricks or subterfuge.
  2. To deceive.

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