Cryptic crossword clue
Warrant a pay cut or freeze is implied 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Warrant" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case warrant = notarise.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does NOTARISE mean?

NOTARISE verb
  1. To be witness of the authenticity of a document and its accompanying signatures in one's capacity as notary public

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