Cryptic crossword clue
Upholds company involved in tricks 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Upholds" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case upholds = confirms.
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 CONFIRMS mean?

CONFIRMS verb
  1. To strengthen; to make firm or resolute.
  2. To administer the sacrament of confirmation on (someone).
  3. To assure the accuracy of previous statements.

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