Cryptic crossword clue
Was originator of one-time TV sitcom? 8

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Was originator of" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case was originator of = fathered.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does FATHERED mean?

FATHERED verb
  1. To be a father to; to sire.
  2. To give rise to.
  3. To act as a father; to support and nurture.
  4. To provide with a father.
  5. To adopt as one's own.

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