Cryptic crossword clue
Tuck: odd slice of beef to have for lunch? 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Tuck" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tuck = drumbeat.
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 DRUMBEAT mean?

DRUMBEAT noun
  1. The beating of a drum.
  2. The sound of a beating drum.
  3. (by extension) A repetitive beating sound.
  4. A driving force.

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