Cryptic crossword clue
Wide rift mysteriously covered by rift giving cover 4-4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 plus 4 letter word GIFT WRAP

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The straight part
We know that "cover" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cover = gift wrap.
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 GIFT WRAP mean?

GIFT WRAP noun
  1. Decorative wrappings
GIFT WRAP verb
  1. To wrap something in decorative wrappings prior to presenting it as a gift

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